Bus Tickets from Birmingham, US to New Orleans

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TodayAug 2
from US$184
TomorrowAug 3
from US$154
MonAug 4
from US$108
TueAug 5
from US$105
WedAug 6
from US$81
ThuAug 7
from US$105
FriAug 8
from US$112
SatAug 9
from US$103

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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: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    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 3 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus 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 3 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus 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 3 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus 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: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to New Orleans

Bus
Average PriceUS$67 - US$223Average Duration14h 30m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$27 - US$256Average Duration7h 59m
46kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Birmingham to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 7 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 59mAverage Duration
US$27Cheapest ticket
46kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Birmingham, US to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$87
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 30m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure1:25am
Distance503 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

Birmingham to New Orleans 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 New Orleans.

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

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to New Orleans 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 - New Orleans

  1. How far is Birmingham from New Orleans?

    The distance between Birmingham and New Orleans is around 504 km (313 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station, in Birmingham, and end it at Union Passenger Terminal, in New Orleans.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-31
US$176
08-01
US$162
Today
US$162
08-03
US$146
08-04
US$100
08-05
US$97
08-06
US$73
08-07
US$97
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Aug 6, 2025 with a price of US$73

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 New Orleans, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$73 to US$232 for a bus ticket from Birmingham, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$73 which is on 2025-08-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Birmingham to New Orleans, 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 New Orleans.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

Will you be returning to Birmingham, US by bus?

Bus from Birmingham, US to New Orleans

You can also go to New Orleans by train

Train from Birmingham, US to New Orleans

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