Bus from Washington, DC, US to Tuscaloosa: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Tuscaloosa on January 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Union Station
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Tuscaloosa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Tuscaloosa. The journey takes about 20 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $275, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
20h 28mAverage Duration
1141 kmDistance
104kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$173 - $531Average Duration23h 45m
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$275 - $572Average Duration20h 28m
104kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Tuscaloosa?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Tuscaloosa start from $173. The average price for this route is around $302. 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 Washington to Tuscaloosa?

    The average bus travel time from Washington to Tuscaloosa is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 1154 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Tuscaloosa route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Tuscaloosa at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Tuscaloosa?

    A bus trip from Washington to Tuscaloosa generates an estimated 29 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 Washington to Tuscaloosa?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Tuscaloosa?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Tuscaloosa?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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