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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Birmingham start at R 439. The average price for this route is around R 1 341. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Birmingham is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 503 km. The fastest bus gets 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 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Birmingham at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Birmingham produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 5733 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 405 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Birmingham on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	7h 40m	17:10	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	18:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 45m	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Birmingham on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	7h 40m	17:10	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	16:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	18:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	13:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Birmingham on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	16:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	18:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	13:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Birmingham on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	18:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	16:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	13:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Birmingham on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 30m	18:50	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 10m	18:15	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 50m	16:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	13h	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 10m	13:25	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 648, 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 priceR 439 - R 3 353	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 648 - R 1 676	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

3.5/587 515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87515 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 114

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.

2 December 2018

Amtrak

4/55 745 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Birmingham, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 439. The average price for this route is around R 1 341. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Birmingham is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 503 km. The fastest bus gets 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 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Birmingham at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Birmingham?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Birmingham produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

18/01

R 2 104

19/01

R 1 818

Today

R 405

21/01

R 405

22/01

R 405

23/01

R 1 616

24/01

R 2 374

25/01

R 1 414

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Birmingham, US was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 405

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 R 405 to R 2 525 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 R 405, which is on 2026-01-21.

Usually Greyhound 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.