How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Birmingham start from $38. The average price for this route is around $114. 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 New Orleans to Birmingham?

The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Birmingham is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 503 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Birmingham at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Birmingham?

A bus trip from New Orleans to Birmingham generates an estimated 13 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 New Orleans to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Birmingham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New Orleans to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Birmingham from $92 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Birmingham on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	1:25pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Birmingham on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	6:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	4:00pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	1:25pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Birmingham on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	1:25pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	6:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	4:00pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Birmingham on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	1:25pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	6:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	4:00pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Birmingham on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	6:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	4:00pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 45m	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Birmingham on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	6:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 45m	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Birmingham on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	1:25pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	6:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	4:00pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:12 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

503 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $220	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $69	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Birmingham?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87407 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $94

Greyhound New Orleans Birmingham recent customer reviews

I hated it! I was and I’m still miserable as we speak. I’m in Atlanta bus station because my bus was 4 hours delayed in New Orleans! I been traveling since Friday and today is Sunday! I am very disappointed!!!

Jeff M.

December 2, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Birmingham start from $38. The average price for this route is around $114. 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 New Orleans to Birmingham?
The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Birmingham is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 503 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Birmingham at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Birmingham?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Birmingham generates an estimated 13 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 New Orleans to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New Orleans to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-26

$243

11-27

$191

Today

$214

11-29

$247

11-30

$187

12-01

$157

12-02

$138

12-03

$125

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $125

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

You can expect to pay from $125 to $293 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $125 which is on 2025-12-03.