Bus from Tuscaloosa to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to New York City on December 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
New York Port AuthorityFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
New York Port AuthorityNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tuscaloosa to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just $238, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
1467 kmDistance
133kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$120 - $641Average Duration1d 6h
37kg CO₂e
Average Price$238 - $1,376Average Duration1d 4h
133kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tuscaloosa to New York City by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to New York City start from $120. The average price for this route is around $219. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Tuscaloosa to New York City is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1461 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to New York City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to New York City at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to New York City generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tuscaloosa to New York City?

    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.

Best price found
11-28
$336
11-29
$284
Today
$407
12-01
$203
12-02
$197
12-03
No data
12-04
$148
12-05
$170
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tuscaloosa to New York City was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $148

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

You can expect to pay from $148 to $471 for a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $148 which is on 2025-12-04.

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