How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Birmingham start from $118. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 Washington to Birmingham?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Birmingham is 19h, covering a distance of 1077 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Birmingham at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Birmingham generates an estimated 27 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 Washington 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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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.

Bus Washington to Birmingham from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Birmingham on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 30m	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45pm	Union Station	16h 20m	7:05am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:40am	Union Station	16h 30m	6:10pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	3:40am	Union Station	19h	9:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Union Station	19h 45m	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:03 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

19hAverage Duration

1077 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$118 - $466	Average Duration19h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$216 - $1,719	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Birmingham?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Map

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

3.5/587,497 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,025 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Birmingham start from $118. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 Washington to Birmingham?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Birmingham is 19h, covering a distance of 1077 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Birmingham at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Washington to Birmingham generates an estimated 27 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 Washington 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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.

Best price found

01-10

$143

01-11

No data

Today

$131

01-13

$141

01-14

No data

01-15

$141

01-16

$163

01-17

$143

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $131

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

You can expect to pay from $131 to $214 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $141 which is on 2026-01-13.