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Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Birmingham, AL from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$101
tomorrow
$87
Saturday
$91
Sunday
$91
Monday
$88
Tuesday
$89
Wednesday
$89

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 10m 9:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:55 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $101
Greyhound US 14h 45m 10:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $101
Greyhound US 19h 35m 10:15 AM Chicago Union Station 5:50 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $101
Greyhound US 15h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:50 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $102
FlixBus 19h 10m 5:15 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 12:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $103
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Birmingham, AL via Louisville, KY, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      15h 5m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      10:00 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • Greyhound US
      8h 15m
      0
      10:35 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:50 AM
      Birmingham, AL
      MAX Central Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $50
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 20h 10m 5:45 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 1:55 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $87
FlixBus 17h 55m 6:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $89
Greyhound US 21h 55m 11:45 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 9:40 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $97
Greyhound US 15h 5m 2:45 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 5:50 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $98
FlixBus 16h 10m 9:45 AM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:55 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $100

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 20h 10m 5:45 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 1:55 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $91
FlixBus 17h 55m 6:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $93
FlixBus 26h 5m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:00 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $93
Greyhound US 14h 45m 10:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $95
Greyhound US 21h 55m 11:45 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 9:40 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $101
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Birmingham, AL via Louisville, KY, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      15h 5m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      10:00 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $36
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • Greyhound US
      8h 15m
      0
      10:35 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:50 AM
      Birmingham, AL
      MAX Central Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 17h 55m 6:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $91
FlixBus 26h 5m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:00 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $91
FlixBus 20h 10m 5:45 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 1:55 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $92
Greyhound US 14h 45m 10:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $99
Greyhound US 21h 55m 11:45 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 9:40 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $100
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Birmingham, AL via Louisville, KY, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      15h 5m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      10:00 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $36
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • Greyhound US
      8h 15m
      0
      10:35 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:50 AM
      Birmingham, AL
      MAX Central Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 17h 55m 6:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $88
FlixBus 16h 20m 1:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:50 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $89
FlixBus 26h 5m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:00 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $89
Greyhound US 14h 45m 10:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $100
Greyhound US 19h 35m 10:15 AM Chicago Canal & Van Buren 5:50 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $100
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Birmingham, AL via Louisville, KY, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      15h 5m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      10:00 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $36
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • Greyhound US
      8h 15m
      0
      10:35 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:50 AM
      Birmingham, AL
      MAX Central Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 16h 20m 1:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:50 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $89
FlixBus 17h 55m 6:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $89
FlixBus 20h 10m 5:45 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 1:55 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $90
Greyhound US 14h 45m 10:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $91
Greyhound US 19h 20m 10:15 AM Chicago Union Station 5:35 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $92
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Birmingham, AL via Louisville, KY, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      15h 5m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      10:00 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $36
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • Greyhound US
      8h 15m
      0
      10:35 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:50 AM
      Birmingham, AL
      MAX Central Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 16h 30m 1:20 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 5:50 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $89
FlixBus 17h 55m 6:30 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 12:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $90
FlixBus 20h 30m 5:25 AM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 1:55 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $90
FlixBus 26h 5m 11:55 PM Chicago 95th Red Line Station 2:00 AM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $93
Greyhound US 14h 45m 10:40 PM Chicago Downtown Bus Station 1:25 PM Birmingham, AL MAX Central Station  Economy $103
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Birmingham, AL via Louisville, KY, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      15h 5m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      10:00 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $36
      • Waiting Time 0h 35m
    • Greyhound US
      8h 15m
      0
      10:35 PM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:50 AM
      Birmingham, AL
      MAX Central Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL is $76 on 9/10/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Birmingham, AL

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Birmingham, AL are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from Chicago to Birmingham, AL. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Chicago and Birmingham, AL.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 80 buses from Chicago to Birmingham, AL, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Birmingham, AL, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 20 times every day by bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham, AL starting from $76!

Cheapest Bus $76
Fastest Bus 14h 45m
Earliest Bus 9:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 20 Ø
Distance 579.9 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

Every day, 20 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Birmingham, AL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/23
Monday 08/24
Tuesday 08/25
Wednesday 08/26
Thursday 08/27
$101
Friday 08/28
$102
Saturday 08/29
$91
Sunday 08/30
$91
Monday 08/31
$88
Tuesday 09/01
$106
Wednesday 09/02
$89
Thursday 09/03
$86
Friday 09/04
$97
Saturday 09/05
$95
Sunday 09/06
$110
Monday 09/07
Tuesday 09/08
Wednesday 09/09
Thursday 09/10
$76
Friday 09/11
$82
Saturday 09/12
$83
Sunday 09/13
Monday 09/14
Tuesday 09/15
$80
Wednesday 09/16
$86
Thursday 09/17
$109
Friday 09/18
$94
Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham, AL, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $76, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $91.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Birmingham, AL, with $76. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $92.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Birmingham, AL in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Birmingham, AL are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Birmingham, AL from our users.

FlixBus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Chicago to Birmingham, AL:

Cheapest Price $87
Fastest Bus 16h 5m
Earliest Bus 9:45 AM
Last Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 8/21/2026

Greyhound US from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Birmingham, AL:

Cheapest Price $89
Fastest Bus 14h 45m
Earliest Bus 10:15 AM
Last Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 8/21/2026

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Birmingham, AL

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Birmingham, AL.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Birmingham, AL? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Birmingham, AL? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Birmingham, AL bus

How much does a Chicago Birmingham, AL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $76 and takes 20h 10m to reach Birmingham, AL. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Birmingham, AL?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $76 and $152. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Birmingham, AL.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Birmingham, AL each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Birmingham, AL bus route is served by approximately 20 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Birmingham, AL take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL is offered by Greyhound US and takes 14h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $101. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL?

The earliest bus arriving in Birmingham, AL from Chicago starts at 9:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Birmingham, AL starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Birmingham, AL route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Birmingham, AL?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Birmingham, AL by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Birmingham, AL bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Birmingham, AL bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Birmingham, AL bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Birmingham, AL on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Birmingham, AL?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 20 daily trips between Chicago and Birmingham, AL. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to Birmingham, AL?

Prices and availability for 20 trips between Chicago and Birmingham, AL change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Birmingham, AL

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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