How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Chicago start at R 1 680. The average price for this route is around R 3 356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

The average bus journey time from Tuscaloosa to Chicago is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 968 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to Chicago at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.

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

A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Chicago produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?

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.

Bus Tuscaloosa to Chicago from R 2 222 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tuscaloosa to Chicago on 7 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	09:10	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	23h 10m	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	09:10	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	19h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	17:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	21h 35m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	23h 25m	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	20:50	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	23h 20m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tuscaloosa to Chicago on 8 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	23h 25m	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	09:10	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	19h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	15:20	Tuscaloosa Station	1d 18h	10:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
	17:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	21h 35m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	09:10	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	20h 10m	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from Tuscaloosa to Chicago on 9 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	09:10	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	20h 10m	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	09:10	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	19h	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	17:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	21h 35m	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	17:40	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	23h 25m	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	20:50	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	23h 20m	20:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:01 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tuscaloosa to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 22 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 680, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

22h 50mAverage duration

968 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 680 - R 7 431	Average duration22h 50m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 407 - R 35 597	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tuscaloosa and Chicago?

Stops in Tuscaloosa

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

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 485 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 709 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tuscaloosa to Chicago by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Chicago start at R 1 680. The average price for this route is around R 3 356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from Tuscaloosa to Chicago is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 968 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to Chicago at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Chicago produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tuscaloosa to Chicago?
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

04/01

R 3 454

05/01

R 3 069

Today

R 2 549

07/01

R 2 222

08/01

R 2 280

09/01

R 2 272

10/01

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11/01

No data

The cheapest trip from Tuscaloosa to Chicago was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 222

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 222 to R 18 629 for a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 222, which is on 2026-01-07.

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.