Bus Tickets from Chicago to Birmingham, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: June 6 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 6 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 6 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 5 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: June 6 at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Birmingham

Bus
Average PriceUS$74 - US$369Average Duration19h 40m
23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$279 - US$584Average Duration1d 18h
85kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
19h 40mAverage Duration
US$74Cheapest ticket
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$111
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 40m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance933 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Chicago to Birmingham Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Birmingham, US

  1. How long is the bus trip from Chicago to Birmingham?

    The bus ride from Chicago to Birmingham takes 19h 40m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Birmingham in 14h 55m

  2. How far is Chicago from Birmingham?

    It's about 931 km (577 miles) from Chicago to Birmingham.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Birmingham?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station, in Birmingham.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Birmingham?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Chicago to Birmingham. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$74, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Chicago to Birmingham?

    Taking the bus from Chicago to Birmingham costs on average US$111.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$133
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US$191
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US$123
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Birmingham was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$123

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$123 to US$242 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$123 which is on 2025-06-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Birmingham.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Birmingham, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Birmingham will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Birmingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Birmingham?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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