Bus Tickets from Birmingham, US to Chicago

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from US$108
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Birmingham
    Departure location: Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Chicago
    Destination location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 3:43 AM CDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Chicago

Bus
Average PriceUS$79 - US$294Average Duration19h 40m
23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$229 - US$1,390Average Duration1d 15h
85kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Birmingham to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
19h 40mAverage Duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Birmingham, US to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$130
Average Bus Trip Duration19h 40m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure2:25am
Distance933 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Birmingham to Chicago Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Birmingham to Chicago.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Birmingham to Chicago from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chicago from Birmingham, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham, US - Chicago

  1. What is the travel distance from Birmingham to Chicago?

    It's about 931 km (577 miles) from Birmingham to Chicago.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Birmingham to Chicago?

    Buses departing from Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station in Birmingham will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-30
US$89
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Today
US$115
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08-03
US$130
08-04
US$93
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Chicago was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of US$89

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

You can expect to pay from US$89 to US$151 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$93 which is on 2025-08-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Birmingham to Chicago but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Birmingham to Chicago, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Birmingham to Chicago.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Birmingham to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Birmingham, US to Chicago?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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