How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Durham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Durham start from £55. The average price for this route is around £70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Durham?

The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Durham is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 479 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 3m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Durham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , Tornado Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Durham?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Durham at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

A bus journey from Birmingham to Durham produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Durham?

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 5733 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Durham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Durham?

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 Birmingham to Durham?

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 Birmingham to Durham from £50 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		22:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	14:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 21 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	14:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 40m	02:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	17:10	Birmingham Station	15h 13m	09:23	Durham Station	No tags
	10:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 15m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	17:10	Birmingham Station	15h 13m	09:23	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 22 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	14:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	05:59	McDonald's - Birmingham	10h 3m	17:02	Durham	Fastest
	17:10	Birmingham Station	15h 13m	09:23	Durham Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 35m	17:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	10:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 15m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 23 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 15m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	05:59	McDonald's - Birmingham	10h 3m	17:02	Durham	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 35m	17:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	19:35	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	12h 25m	09:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 40m	02:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 24 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 15m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	05:59	McDonald's - Birmingham	10h 3m	17:02	Durham	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 35m	17:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	19:35	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	12h 25m	09:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 40m	02:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 25 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 35m	17:00	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	05:59	McDonald's - Birmingham	10h 3m	17:02	Durham	Fastest
	10:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 15m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 40m	02:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	03:40	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 26 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	14:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	05:59	McDonald's - Birmingham	10h 3m	17:02	Durham	Fastest
	17:10	Birmingham Station	15h 13m	09:23	Durham Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	17h 45m	21:10	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	10:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 15m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Durham on 27 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:10	Birmingham Station	15h 13m	09:23	Durham Station	Cheapest
	05:59	McDonald's - Birmingham	10h 3m	17:02	Durham	Fastest
	17:10	Birmingham Station	15h 13m	09:23	Durham Station	No tags
	10:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h 15m	01:05	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	11h 40m	02:35	Durham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:34 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

12h 25mAverage duration

479 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£55 - £181	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£93 - £222	Average duration17h 36m	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Durham?

Stops in Birmingham

A
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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B
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
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B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
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C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
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D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,745 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Tornado Bus

3/5173 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham, US to Durham, NC, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Durham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Durham start from £55. The average price for this route is around £70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Durham?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Durham is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 479 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 3m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Durham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Tornado Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Durham?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Durham at 02:25. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Durham?
A bus journey from Birmingham to Durham produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Durham?
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 5733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Durham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Durham?
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 Birmingham to Durham?
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

18/01

£74

19/01

No data

Today

£104

21/01

£97

22/01

£74

23/01

£70

24/01

£116

25/01

£71

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of £70

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

You can expect to pay from £70 to £374 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £70, which is on 2026-01-23.

Usually Amtrak, Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.