How do I get from Chicago to Birmingham without flying?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Chicago to Birmingham. Both are convenient and sustainable ways to travel to Birmingham. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Chicago to Birmingham?

The average travel time from Chicago to Birmingham is about 19h 15m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 16h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 577 miles (931 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Chicago from Birmingham?

The distance separating Chicago and Birmingham is 577 miles (931 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Birmingham?

Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Birmingham leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $73 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Birmingham from Chicago.

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham cost?

You can expect to pay around $115 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $73 to $260, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Thinktank Science Museum, National Motorcycle Museum, Villa Park Stadium, City Canal Tour and The National Sea Life.

Chicago to Birmingham, US Bus Tickets

Bus Chicago to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$115

Average bus trip duration19h 15m

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure5:45am

Distance579 miles (933 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/586,931 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Birmingham recent customer reviews

We broke down on the road going sat for 2to3hr

Lula P.

July 12, 2020

The drivers are well accomodative nd do their work wit humanity.

Oluwole A.

May 16, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/58,316 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tornado Bus, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Chicago to Birmingham Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Birmingham?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Birmingham

A - Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station

B - McDonald's - Birmingham

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Birmingham

How do I get from Chicago to Birmingham without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Chicago to Birmingham?
How far is Chicago from Birmingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Birmingham?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Chicago to Birmingham?
How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/16

$188

04/17

$203

Today

$178

04/19

$100

04/20

$103

04/21

$85

04/22

$84

04/23

$83

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Birmingham was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of $83

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 $83 to $240 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 $83 which is on 2025-04-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling 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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time19h 15m	Avg Price$115	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 18h	Avg Price$345	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Birmingham

You can also go to Birmingham by train

Train from Chicago to Birmingham

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