How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to New Orleans start from $27. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to New Orleans is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to New Orleans at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Birmingham to New Orleans generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham to New Orleans?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Birmingham to New Orleans from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to New Orleans on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 15m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Birmingham to New Orleans on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 15m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to New Orleans on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 15m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to New Orleans on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 15m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to New Orleans on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	18h 15m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to New Orleans on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50am	Birmingham Station	7h 45m	7:35pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	14h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:25am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	15h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	13h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to New Orleans

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 8 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 9mAverage Duration

312 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $175	Average Duration14h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $48	Average Duration8h 9m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and New Orleans?

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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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 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.

Amtrak

4/55,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Customers appreciated the overall ride and friendly service, despite experiencing delays. Some users mentioned a 2-3 hour delay due to unforeseen circumstances but acknowledged that it was not within the company's control. Additionally, free snacks were provided during these delays. However, there were concerns about vaping in bathrooms affecting allergies for some passengers.

Amtrak Birmingham New Orleans recent customer reviews

They can’t control an engine breaking down in front of them. 2-3 hour delay. But that is not y’all’s fault. They supplied some free snacks. Folks were friendly.

Richard D R.

May 21, 2024

I enjoyed not having to drive and disliked the vaping in the bathrooms which made my allergies bad.

Crystal J.

April 8, 2024

I missed the train departure

Toni S.

November 10, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to New Orleans by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to New Orleans start from $27. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to New Orleans is 14h 30m, covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to New Orleans at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Birmingham to New Orleans generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01/06

$24

01/07

$24

Today

$24

01/09

$98

01/10

$100

01/11

$100

01/12

$83

01/13

$24

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $24

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 $24 to $170 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 $24 which is on 2026-01-13.