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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Birmingham start from $27. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 trip duration from New Orleans to Birmingham is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 312 miles (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 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 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $64 | 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 the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

312 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $154	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $48	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

3.5/587,404 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.

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

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $27. The average price for this route is around $80. 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 trip duration from New Orleans to Birmingham is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 312 miles (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 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 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

$169

11/27

$133

Today

$149

11/29

$172

11/30

$130

12/01

$110

12/02

$96

12/03

$87

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $87

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 $87 to $204 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 $87 which is on 2025-12-03.