Bus Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$81

tomorrow

$79

Sunday

Monday

$98

Tuesday

$86

Wednesday

$81

Thursday

$82

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	23h 25m	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/28/2026 5:05:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/29/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 25m
FlixBus	20h 50m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/28/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/29/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 50m
Greyhound US	22h 45m	11:45 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	11:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/28/2026 11:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/29/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 45m
FlixBus	16h 50m	9:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/28/2026 9:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/29/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 50m
Greyhound US	17h 50m	10:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/28/2026 10:40:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/29/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	27h 40m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$79	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/29/2026 11:55:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/31/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m
FlixBus	21h 50m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/29/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/30/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 50m
FlixBus	24h 25m	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$80	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/29/2026 5:05:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/30/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Greyhound US	23h 45m	11:45 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	11:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/29/2026 11:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/30/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
Greyhound US	18h 50m	10:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/29/2026 10:40:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 8/30/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	17h 50m	9:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$98	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/31/2026 9:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/1/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Greyhound US	23h 5m	9:55 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:00 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/31/2026 9:55:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/1/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 5m
Greyhound US	18h 50m	10:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/31/2026 10:40:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/1/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
Greyhound US	22h 45m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	9:00 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$99	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 8/31/2026 10:15:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/1/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $99 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	21h 50m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$86	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/1/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/2/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 50m
FlixBus	27h 40m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$87	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/1/2026 11:55:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/3/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m
FlixBus	17h 50m	9:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$103	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/1/2026 9:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/2/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Greyhound US	23h 45m	11:45 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	11:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$105	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/1/2026 11:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/2/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
Greyhound US	18h 50m	10:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$121	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/1/2026 10:40:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/2/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $121 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	23h 25m	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/2/2026 5:05:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/3/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 25m
FlixBus	21h 10m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/2/2026 5:25:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/3/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
FlixBus	26h 40m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/2/2026 11:55:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 40m
Greyhound US	17h 50m	10:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/2/2026 10:40:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/3/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 50m
Greyhound US	22h 5m	9:55 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	9:00 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/2/2026 9:55:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/3/2026 9:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	24h 25m	5:05 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 5:05:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 25m
Greyhound US	23h 45m	11:45 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	11:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 11:45:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 45m
FlixBus	21h 50m	5:45 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 5:45:00 AM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 50m
Greyhound US	18h 50m	10:40 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	5:30 PM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$105	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 10:40:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 50m
FlixBus	27h 40m	11:55 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	3:35 AM	Tuscaloosa, AL	Greyhound Bus Station	Economy	$118	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 11:55:00 PM to Greyhound Bus Station, Tuscaloosa, AL (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL is $69 on 8/25/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 33 buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 11 times every day by bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL starting from $69!

Cheapest Bus	$69
Fastest Bus	17h 50m
Earliest Bus	5:45 AM
Latest Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	11 Ø
Distance	600.2 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL

Every day, 11 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Tuscaloosa, AL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/28/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/23

Monday 08/24

Tuesday 08/25

Wednesday 08/26

Thursday 08/27

Friday 08/28

$81

Saturday 08/29

$98

Sunday 08/30

Monday 08/31

$98

Tuesday 09/01

$86

Wednesday 09/02

$81

Thursday 09/03

$82

Friday 09/04

$89

Saturday 09/05

$92

Sunday 09/06

$118

Monday 09/07

$123

Tuesday 09/08

$81

Wednesday 09/09

$103

Thursday 09/10

$76

Friday 09/11

$102

Saturday 09/12

$79

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

$95

Tuesday 09/15

$73

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

$107

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $73, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $92.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL, with $73. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $94.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Greyhound Bus Station

Greensboro Ave

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Dowtown

Bus Stop

Hwy 82 E 7022

I-20/Exit 73

McFarland Blvd E 4711

TA Gas Station

Buttermilk Rd

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL bus

How much does a Chicago Tuscaloosa, AL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $69 and takes 27h 40m to reach Tuscaloosa, AL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $69 and $137. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Tuscaloosa, AL.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL bus route is served by approximately 11 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL is offered by FlixBus and takes 17h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $94. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL?

The earliest bus arriving in Tuscaloosa, AL from Chicago starts at 5:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Tuscaloosa, AL starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Tuscaloosa, AL route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Tuscaloosa, AL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Tuscaloosa, AL bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Tuscaloosa, AL bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Tuscaloosa, AL

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Tuscaloosa, AL

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Tuscaloosa, AL. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!