What is the travel distance from San Antonio to Birmingham?

The distance separating San Antonio and Birmingham is 744 miles (1200 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from San Antonio to Birmingham start their journey at Tornado I-35 and wind up at McDonald's - Birmingham. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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 St. Martin’s, Cadbury World, The National Sea Life, City Canal Tour and Winterbourne House and Garden.

Bus San Antonio to Birmingham from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Birmingham on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	21h 35m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40pm	San Antonio Bus Station	20h 15m	8:55am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:30pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:00pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	23h 15m	6:15pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Birmingham on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 2h	4:00pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
Conexiones + Tornado Bus	Bus	11:54am	Tornado I-35	18h 5m	5:59am	McDonald's - Birmingham	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	20h 50m	10:20pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	21h 35m	6:50pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	1d 5h	1:25pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 20 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

20h 28mAverage Duration

742 milesDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$113 - $391	Average Duration20h 28m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$119 - $1,993	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 109kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and Birmingham?

Stops in San Antonio

A
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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B
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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C
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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D
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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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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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,401 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 $232 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to Birmingham, US by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

No data

11/26

$230

Today

$162

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11/29

$177

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12/01

$159

12/02

$129

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $129

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

You can expect to pay from $129 to $297 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $129 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually 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.