Cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to Birmingham

Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.

Bus from Los Angeles to Birmingham: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to Birmingham. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Birmingham usually takes around 48 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 45 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance
1799 mi (2895 km)
Shortest duration
45h 10m
Cheapest price
$144.45
Trips per day
0
Most frequent service
FlixBus US
Bus lines
1

Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:

Lowest Prices

We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.

Best Travel Options

We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.

Quick & Easy Booking

Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.

Fast Customer Support

We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.

See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:

Download our free app!

4.8 Rating

5k Reviews

4.5 Rating

4.8k Reviews

Chiku

Los Angeles to Birmingham Bus Schedule

Wanderu mascot

Wander into savings:
Get deals in your inbox!

Sign up to get the latest deals on bus & train tickets sent directly to you.

See more details

How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Birmingham?

Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Birmingham cost $147.95 on average. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to Birmingham. 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 Los Angeles to Birmingham by travel date

$210$140$70AugSep

If you're planning to travel by bus from Los Angeles to Birmingham in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $139 to $199. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 13, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Birmingham this week, bus tickets are available starting at $156.

Average bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to Birmingham by month

$300$240$180$120$60JFMAMJJASOND

Taking the bus from Los Angeles to Birmingham is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only $223. If you're planning to take the bus from Los Angeles to Birmingham during February, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $291. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

$375$300$225$150$75010

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 12 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $225.01 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Birmingham?

There are multiple buses that travel from Los Angeles to Birmingham, including FlixBus US. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:

BUSDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US248h 56m$300.68
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from Los Angeles to Birmingham, and the average ticket for this route costs only $300.68.

    USFLX-0USFLX-1USFLX-2USFLX-3USFLX-4USFLX-5

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Birmingham

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Los Angeles to Birmingham. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Birmingham; ticket prices start at $211.

TRIPS PER DAY

2

DIRECT TRIPS

0

The bus takes an average of 48 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 1799 miles from Los Angeles to Birmingham. However, the fastest bus only takes 45 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

DISTANCE (MI)

1799

DISTANCE (KM)

2895

The first bus leaves at 1:25am and the last bus leaves at 3:05pm. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to Birmingham, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

EARLIEST BUS

1:25am

LATEST BUS

3:05pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Los Angeles to Birmingham for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

MOST CROWDED

Friday

LEAST CROWDED

Wednesday

City Information

Los Angeles

LAX-0LAX-1LAX-2

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Birmingham

Birmingham, AL - BHM-0Birmingham, AL - BHM-1Birmingham, AL - BHM-2

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.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Los Angeles?

Main departure station: Downtown - Vignes Lot

Buses to Birmingham leave from 6 stations in Los Angeles.

All bus stations in Los Angeles:

  • Downtown - Vignes Lot
  • North Hollywood Bus Station
  • 800 N Alameda St
  • West LA - Expo/Sepulveda
  • 592 Gayley Ave
  • San Fernando Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Birmingham?

Main arrival station: MAX Central Station

All buses from Los Angeles arrive at one main station in Birmingham.

All bus stations in Birmingham:

  • MAX Central Station

Need a return trip from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

Search Bus Tickets

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu's simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.