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 50m and costs $85 - $430.

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 Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot and arriving at Tuscaloosa Bus Stop via Memphis Bus Station and Jackson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 23m.

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 23m and costs $140 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot station.

Where does the Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa bus arrive?

Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Memphis Bus 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.

How do I get a bus ticket from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosa?

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Where can I stay near Tuscaloosa?

There are 128+ hotels available in Tuscaloosa.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Golden Triangle Regional Airport, drive
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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 50m
$89–428
Bus
1. Take the bus from Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot to Memphis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Jacksonbus
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Tuscaloosa Bus Stopbus
15h 23m
$149–226
Drive 507.7 mi
1. Drive from Fort Smith to Tuscaloosacar 507.7 mi
8h 26m
$93–134
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 55m
$212–924
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
6h 51m
$151–699
Drive to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Fort Smith to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA)car
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
7h 11m
$209–935
Bus via Shreveport
1. Take the bus from Fort Smith Van Buren 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 52m
$142–215

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

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7h 25mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 428.6 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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 Van Buren/ Ft Smith Bus Depot, Memphis Bus Station, and Jackson in around 15h 23m.

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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

Bus

Drive 507.7 mi

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

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

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

Bus via Shreveport