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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:35 PM CST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Tuscaloosa
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tuscaloosa. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Tuscaloosa?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
- C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Tuscaloosa 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 Houston to Tuscaloosa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Tuscaloosa start from $144. The average price for this route is around $204. 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 Houston to Tuscaloosa?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Tuscaloosa is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 829 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Tuscaloosa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Tuscaloosa?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Tuscaloosa at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Tuscaloosa?
A bus trip from Houston to Tuscaloosa generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Tuscaloosa?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Tuscaloosa?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Tuscaloosa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Tuscaloosa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Tuscaloosa was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $213To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Tuscaloosa, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $213 to $2,102 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Tuscaloosa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $213 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
