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Tuscaloosa to Atlanta Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 185.74 | Avg. PriceRON 168.50 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration5h 15m | Duration6h 51m |
Bus from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta. Traveling by bus from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta usually takes around 5 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 187 mi (301 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 40m |
| Cheapest price | RON 144.65 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta?
Bus tickets for a trip from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta cost RON 144.65 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 19 days in advance to save up to RON 118.47.
What bus companies travel from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 4h 40m | RON 112.33 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 5h 17m | RON 210.80 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta start at RON 112. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 17 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Atlanta usually start from RON 145.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 187 miles from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Atlanta, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tuscaloosa to Atlanta; ticket prices start at RON 168.50.
City Information
Atlanta
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Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.
The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.
Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.
Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tuscaloosa?
Main departure station: 3301 Greensboro St
Tuscaloosa has two bus stations with service to Atlanta.
All bus stations in Tuscaloosa:
3301 Greensboro St
2105 Greensboro Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Atlanta?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St
Built in 1996, the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth Street SW is located close to downtown and is one of the most popular bus stations in the city. Served by Greyhound, Southeastern Stages and Jefferson Lines, this busy intercity bus terminal provides hundreds of connections to major cities. The Atlanta Bus Station offers convenient connections within Atlanta via the adjacent MARTA train station and multiple public bus stops within one block of the station. There are also several hotels and motels in the vicinity, for when you’re ready to relax after a successful day of traveling.
All bus stations in Atlanta:
Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St
Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
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