How much is the bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles start from $179. The average price for this route is around $251. 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 Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1764 miles (2844 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles generates an estimated 71 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles from $184 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:50am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 22h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	11:45pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 20h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:50am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 20h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	2d 7h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 22h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 23h	9:10pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:45pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 20h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:50am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 20h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	2d 7h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 22h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:45pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 23h	9:10pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:45pm	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 20h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	3:50am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 20h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	2d 7h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	9:10am	Tuscaloosa Greyhound Bus Station	1d 22h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

1764 milesDistance

71kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$179 - $520	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$249 - $783	Average Duration3d 18h	CO₂ emissions 258kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tuscaloosa and Los Angeles?

Stops in Tuscaloosa

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

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,408 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 Tuscaloosa Los Angeles recent customer reviews

The bus was delayed 4 hrs in dallas texas. On top of that the bus didn't take me to north hollywood. I was dropped off in los angeles. The driver said they dont drive out to north hollywood.

Felix R.

May 25, 2017

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles, US 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 Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles start from $179. The average price for this route is around $251. 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 Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1764 miles (2844 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles generates an estimated 71 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/27

No data

11/28

$279

Today

$465

11/30

$268

12/01

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12/02

$237

12/03

$184

12/04

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The cheapest trip from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $184

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

You can expect to pay from $184 to $465 for a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2025-12-03.