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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Birmingham?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Birmingham
- A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL - B2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Birmingham, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Birmingham start from $131. The average price for this route is around $199. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Birmingham?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Birmingham is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 934 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Birmingham route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Birmingham at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Chicago to Birmingham generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $237To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Birmingham, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $237 to $489 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $242 which is on 2025-11-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Birmingham, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
