Houston to Tuscaloosa by bus
Tuscaloosa lies 832 km (517 mi) north-east of Houston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 15 h 11 min including stops, over roughly 1,015 km (631 mi) of road.
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| Houston | Tuscaloosa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.3 million | 111,338 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 69 m (226 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 77001–77299 | 35401–35487 |
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Staying in Tuscaloosa
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Common questions
How far is Tuscaloosa from Houston?
832 km (517 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Houston; by road roughly 1,015 km (631 mi).
How long does it take to get from Houston to Tuscaloosa by bus?
About 15 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Houston and Tuscaloosa?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.