What is the travel distance from Gainesville to Birmingham?

Gainesville and Birmingham are 179 miles (289 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Birmingham?

The majority of buses traveling from Gainesville to Birmingham start their journey at La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop and wind up at Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham Town Hall, Jewellery Quarter, City Canal Tour and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

Bus Gainesville to Birmingham from $41 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Gainesville to Birmingham on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	8h 30m	5:45pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	4h 20m	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	4h 20m	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	8h 30m	5:45pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	4h 30m	2:00am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 6 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 17mAverage Duration

180 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $216	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $69	Average Duration6h 17m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Birmingham?

Stops in Gainesville

A
La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop
425 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501
B
Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7
2580 MONROE DRIVE , 30507, Georgia
C
El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop
1408 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA

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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Greyhound

3.5/587,393 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Tornado Bus

3/5156 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.8

A Texas-based company, Tornado Bus operates throughout the United States, with routes connecting major cities, including Houston, San Antonio and El Paso. Each day,1 buses leave from their terminals to destinations across the continent. Their buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bathrooms, power outlets and a comfortable amount of legroom. With prices as low as $200 for a short ride, Tornado offers options for budget travelers, without compromising comfort. and those looking for a little luxury. The company requires printed tickets for boarding and their tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to two hours before travel time for a fee. With a friendly staff and multiple routes, traveling with Tornado is a convenient way to get around.

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

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