How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Birmingham start at R 1 379. The average price for this route is around R 2 071. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Birmingham is 19h, covering a distance of 1063 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Birmingham at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Birmingham?

A bus trip from Washington to Birmingham produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Washington to Birmingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Birmingham?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Birmingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Birmingham from R 1 184 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Birmingham on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	15:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 30m	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:45	Union Station	16h 20m	07:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Union Station	19h 45m	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:45	Union Station	16h 20m	14:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:25	Union Station	20h 30m	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Birmingham on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 10m	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:45	Union Station	16h 20m	07:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:40	Union Station	16h 30m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	19h	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:15	Union Station	17h 45m	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Birmingham on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 10m	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:45	Union Station	16h 20m	07:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:40	Union Station	16h 30m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	19h	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:15	Union Station	17h 45m	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Birmingham on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:00	Union Station	17h 55m	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:45	Union Station	16h 20m	07:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:40	Union Station	16h 30m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	19h	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:15	Union Station	17h 45m	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Birmingham on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:40	Union Station	16h 30m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	19h	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Union Station	19h 45m	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	08:30	Union Station	23h 35m	07:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Birmingham on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 10m	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:45	Union Station	16h 20m	14:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:40	Union Station	16h 30m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	19h	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Union Station	19h 45m	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Birmingham on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:40	Union Station	16h 30m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:45	Union Station	16h 20m	07:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	19h	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:45	Union Station	16h 20m	14:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	07:15	Union Station	19h 45m	02:00	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 19 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 379, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

19hAverage duration

1063 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 379 - R 5 457	Average duration19h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 524 - R 20 150	Average duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Birmingham?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

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

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512 134 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Birmingham start at R 1 379. The average price for this route is around R 2 071. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Birmingham is 19h, covering a distance of 1063 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Birmingham at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Washington to Birmingham produces an estimated 27 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

20/01

R 1 643

21/01

R 1 676

Today

R 1 668

23/01

R 1 668

24/01

No data

25/01

R 1 668

26/01

R 1 526

27/01

R 1 660

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 526

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 526 to R 3 019 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 526, which is on 2026-01-26.