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Birmingham to Atlanta Bus Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Birmingham to Atlanta?

There are usually 1 daily train trips from Birmingham to Atlanta.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
$37.28
Avg. Price
$55.05
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
5
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
3h 0m
Duration
4h 36m

Bus from Birmingham to Atlanta: Journey Information

There are 7 intercity buses per day from Birmingham to Atlanta. Traveling by bus from Birmingham to Atlanta usually takes around 3 hours, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance140 mi (225 km)
Shortest duration2h 20m
Cheapest price$30.32
Trips per day7
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

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Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Birmingham to Atlanta

(Based on 6 ratings and reviews)

4.5

4.0

Curtish

July 29, 2026- Vacation

Greyhound

Pros: On-time. Cons: The bathroom situation and I feel that each bus as should get a deep cleaning inside and out 1 week by professional cleaners. The smell on the bus could improve with more frequent cleanings. The smell of travelers that don’t smell that well affects the smell of the buses. That is why the inside of the bus: front and back of seats, headrests, arms of chairs cleaned and sanitized, windows and windows seals cleaned and sanitized, and floors mopped, remember the bathroom please—-clean it with sanitized cleaning solution and soap and toilet paper. The WiFi did not work. All buses should have WiFi and charger decks should work for all phone types. I feel ALL DRIVERS ON ALL BUSES should use the microphone to speak loudly and clearly to help us know about stops and breaks. Tips: Bring a phone charger pack just in case the charger outlets don’t work. Bring tissue just in case no toilet paper.

4.0

Sanjna

July 7, 2021- Visiting friends

Greyhound

Pros: price and comfort. Cons: safety once reached the bus station... there are no security guards, have to wait till my parents arrive. Would be great if we have additional dropoff locations in North Georgia locations.

4.0

Cherleen

December 9, 2019- Visiting family

Greyhound

Pros: It was very cheap. Cons: I would have liked if the bus had some way to really ventilate thoroughly. Some passengers didn’t shower for days so there was a smell. Tips: Take an air freshener with you or a nice perfume.

5.0

Shauna

November 3, 2019- Solo travel

Megabus

Pros: Friendly and safe driver! Only late due to traffic jam. Cons: Wifi was slow. Tips: Safe ride, great deals!

How much is a bus ticket from Birmingham to Atlanta?

Bus tickets for a trip from Birmingham to Atlanta cost $30.32 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price

Average bus ticket prices from Birmingham to Atlanta by month

$69$55$41$28$14ONDJFMAMJJAS
Taking the bus from Birmingham to Atlanta is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only $41. If you're planning to take the bus from Birmingham to Atlanta during December, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $47. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

$69$55$41$28$143020100

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 21 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $23.54 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Birmingham to Atlanta?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Birmingham to Atlanta. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound73h 0m$41.25

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 7 bus trips from Birmingham to Atlanta every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 0 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Atlanta usually start from $30.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Birmingham to Atlanta

The bus takes an average of 3 hours to cover the 225 kilometers from Birmingham to Atlanta. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Atlanta. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Birmingham to Atlanta, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Birmingham to Atlanta every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Birmingham to Atlanta without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Birmingham to Atlanta; ticket prices start at $49.65.

City Information

Birmingham

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Birmingham may not be the capital of Alabama, but it does hold the crown as both the cultural and entertainment capital of the Cotton State. The second-most populous city, Birmingham was founded during the Reconstruction Period, which followed the American Civil War.

Quietly going about its business as an industrial powerhouse, producing much of America's iron and steel, Birmingham didn't enter the world's consciousness until the Civil Rights Movement one hundred years later. It’s one of the 8 iconic cities on our Martin Luther King, Jr. road trip, as it’s the city where Dr. King wrote his famous “Letter From a Birmingham Jail.” When visiting, be sure to stop at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute to learn more about the city’s civil rights history.

Today known as America's 'Magic City,' new life has been blown into downtown Birmingham in recent years. Its streets have been cleaned up, allowing the city's historical gems such as the Alabama Theater to shine once more both by day and by night.

The Birmingham Museum of Art contains the most extensive collection of artworks in the southeastern United States. It's connected to the nightlife districts of Five Points South, Lakeview, and Uptown by a series of charming tree-lined public squares. Close by Five Points South also lies Red Mountain's Vulcan Park, home to the world's largest cast-iron statue. It was made for the St. Louis World Fair of 1904.

Birmingham is an important regional hub linking the Deep South, the Appalachian Mountains, and Piedmont. Travelers can easily reach other noteworthy destinations in the U.S., including Dallas, Phoenix, and Montgomery, thanks to the hundreds of bus and train routes to and from Birmingham.

Atlanta

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Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.

The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.

Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.

Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Birmingham?

Main departure station: MAX Central Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Birmingham.

All bus stations in Birmingham:

  • MAX Central Station

Where does the bus arrive in Atlanta?

Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St - ATLGLI-0

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Main arrival station: Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St

Built in 1996, the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth Street SW is located close to downtown and is one of the most popular bus stations in the city. Served by Greyhound, Southeastern Stages and Jefferson Lines, this busy intercity bus terminal provides hundreds of connections to major cities. The Atlanta Bus Station offers convenient connections within Atlanta via the adjacent MARTA train station and multiple public bus stops within one block of the station. There are also several hotels and motels in the vicinity, for when you’re ready to relax after a successful day of traveling.

Bus stations in Atlanta:

  • Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St

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