How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa start from $17. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?

The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 49 miles (79 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Tuscaloosa route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Birmingham 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.

Bus Birmingham to Tuscaloosa from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 35m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 5m	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:30am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 10m	3:40am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 5m	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:30am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 10m	3:40am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 35m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 35m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 5m	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:30am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 10m	3:40am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 10m	3:40am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 5m	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 35m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 35m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 5m	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:30am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 10m	3:40am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 35m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 5m	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:30am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 10m	3:40am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 35m	9:00am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 5m	11:35pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:30am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	1h 10m	3:40am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:42 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tuscaloosa. The journey takes about 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

55mAverage Duration

49 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $34	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $18	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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Stops in Tuscaloosa

A
Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station
3301 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

Greyhound Birmingham Tuscaloosa recent customer reviews

The delay of the bus is just horrible, and the staffs don't know anything,or did not offer any help at all to assists the situation

Hung T.

August 13, 2021

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, 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 Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa start from $17. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 49 miles (79 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Tuscaloosa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Birmingham 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.

Best price found

11/26

$18

11/27

$17

Today

$18

11/29

$16

11/30

$16

12/01

$12

12/02

$11

12/03

$10

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Tuscaloosa was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $36 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Tuscaloosa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-03.