Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Tuscaloosa.
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to TuscaloosaAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tuscaloosa. The journey takes about 23 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Chicago to Tuscaloosa: Trip Overview
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Chicago to Tuscaloosa Bus
Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa.
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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Tuscaloosa from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa was searched and found on Jun 4, 2025 with a price of $121To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, as early as possible.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Tuscaloosa but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Tuscaloosa.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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