How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Houston start from $94. The average price for this route is around $163. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Tuscaloosa to Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Tuscaloosa to Houston is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 521 miles (839 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to Houston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tuscaloosa to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to Houston at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Houston?

A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Houston generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Tuscaloosa to Houston from $116 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to Houston on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	16h 15m	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	3:45am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	19h 5m	10:50pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	20h 5m	5:15am	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
	Bus	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	17h 30m	5:05pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:40pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 1h	7:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tuscaloosa to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

20h 50mAverage Duration

521 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$94 - $343	Average Duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$92 - $589	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 76kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tuscaloosa and Houston?

Stops in Tuscaloosa

A
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
3301 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Greyhound

3.5/587,511 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tuscaloosa to Houston, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Houston start from $94. The average price for this route is around $163. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Tuscaloosa to Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Tuscaloosa to Houston is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 521 miles (839 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to Houston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tuscaloosa to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to Houston at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Houston?
A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Houston generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/16

$138

01/17

$156

Today

$158

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01/23

$116

The cheapest trip from Tuscaloosa to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $116

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $116 to $166 for a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $116 which is on 2026-01-23.