What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa?

The fastest way to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa is to fly and drive which takes 6h 31m and costs $90 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Smith and Tuscaloosa?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa. However, there are services departing from Fort Smith and arriving at Tuscaloosa Bus Stop via Texarkana and Shreveport Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 48m.

How far is it from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa?

The distance between Fort Smith and Tuscaloosa is 431 miles. The road distance is 510.7 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa without a car is to bus which takes 15h 48m and costs $130 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa bus from?

Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Fort Smith station.

Where does the Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa bus arrive?

Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Texarkana station.

Can I drive from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa is 511 miles. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa.

Where can I stay near Tuscaloosa?

There are 112+ hotels available in Tuscaloosa.

Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa - 7 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa by plane, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus

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Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Golden Triangle Regional Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR)plane FSM - GTR
2. Drive from Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) to Tuscaloosacar
6h 31m
$94–418
Drive 507.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosacar 507.7 mi
8h 26m
$93–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Smith to Texarkanabus
2. Take the bus from Texarkana to Shreveport Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Tuscaloosa Bus Stopbus
15h 48m
$135–239
Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)plane FSM - BHM
2. Take the bus from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth to Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Dowtownbus
6h 46m
$182–774
Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Montgomery Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM)plane FSM - MGM
2. Drive from Montgomery-Airport-MGM to Tuscaloosacar
7h 30m
$111–447
Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive
1. Fly from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV)plane FSM - HSV
2. Drive from Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV) to Tuscaloosacar
7h 3m
$131–549
Bus to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Smith to Fayettevillebus
2. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)plane XNA - BHM
3. Take the bus from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth to Embassy Suites by Hilton Tuscaloosa Alabama Dowtownbus
8h 37m
$287–1,026

Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) flights

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Distance: 428.5 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Fort Smith, AR, USA and Tuscaloosa, AL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa Bus Stop via Fort Smith, Texarkana, and Shreveport Bus Station in around 15h 48m.

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How to get fromFort Smith to Tuscaloosaby plane, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus

There are 7 ways to get from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa by plane, car, bus (Greyhound), or bus

Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Golden Triangle Regional Airport, drive

Drive 507.7 mi

Bus

Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, bus

Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Montgomery Regional Airport, drive

Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive

Bus to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, bus