Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL Bus
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Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL by bus
The journey from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL by bus is 930.21 km and takes 20 hrs 18 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:15 a.m. and the last at 11:35 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL by bus for as little as $112.30 or as much as $321.23. The best price for this journey is $112.30.
| Lowest Price | $112.30 |
| Journey Duration | 20 hrs 18 mins |
| Connection per Day | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 8 |
| Lowest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $112.30 |
| Highest Price | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound $321.23 |
| First Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 2:15 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 11:35 p.m. |
| Distance | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound 930.21 km |
| Departure | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Birmingham, AL |
| Arrival | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound Chicago, IL |
| Carriers | Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound |
Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL
The cheapest Birmingham, AL - Chicago, IL bus tickets can be found for as low as $84.37 if you’re lucky, or $153.45 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $200.34.
Find the best day to travel to Chicago, IL by bus
When travelling to Chicago, IL by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL
Compare services on board when travelling from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL by bus.
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Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
65.11kg
Bus
69.77kg
Flight
186.04kg
Car
148.83kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL?
A bus ticket from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL is $225.13. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $112.30.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL is $112.30. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Birmingham, AL and Chicago, IL by bus?
Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL is 930.21 km.
How long does the bus between Birmingham, AL and Chicago, IL take?
Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL is on average 20 hrs 18 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 15 hrs 10 mins.
Which companies operate from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL?
The bus journey from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL?
Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL leave?
The earliest bus from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL departs at 2:15 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL depart?
The latest bus from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL departs at 11:35 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $112.30 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Birmingham, AL and Chicago, IL is 15 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Birmingham, AL and Chicago, IL.
What are the CO2 emissions for Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL by bus?
The bus journey from Birmingham, AL to Chicago, IL creates 69.77kg of CO2 emissions.