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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Atlanta, GA for Tuscaloosa, AL on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:40 AM4h20Atlanta, GA2:00 PMTuscaloosa, AL$311One-way0 transfers- 12:00 AM5h30Atlanta, GA5:30 AMTuscaloosa, AL$501One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM4h20Atlanta, GA2:00 PMTuscaloosa, AL$311One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 AM5h30Atlanta, GA5:30 AMTuscaloosa, AL$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $185.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $506 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL costing on average $46 (€37).
A bus is $463 (€375) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL costing on average $506 (€410).
Other travel options to Tuscaloosa, AL take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 50m.
Flight takes on average 7h 56m.
You'll arrive about -3h -11m sooner (5h 8m by bus vs 2h 57m by car) and save roughly $-2.43 (€-1.97) compared to fuel and tolls ($44 (€36) vs $41 (€34)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Live departures
Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:35 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 4h00 | 3:35 AM Tuscaloosa, Greensboro Ave (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station | 4h20 | 9:00 AM Tuscaloosa, Greensboro Ave (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Atlanta, Bus Station | 5h30 | 11:30 PM Tuscaloosa, Greensboro Ave (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
| 12:00 AM Atlanta, GA | 5h30 | 5:30 AM Tuscaloosa, AL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL
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Buses from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, ALYou can travel by bus between Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL with Greyhound for as low as $29 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atlanta, GA to Tuscaloosa, AL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tuscaloosa, AL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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