Bus from Detroit, MI to Birmingham, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Detroit to Birmingham on December 4
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GreyhoundBus
Detroit Bus Station
Birmingham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Detroit Bus Station
Birmingham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Detroit Bus Station
Birmingham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Detroit Bus Station
Birmingham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Detroit Bus Station
Birmingham Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit 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 20 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
20h 20mAverage Duration
1034 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$152 - $448Average Duration20h 20m
26kg CO₂e
Average Price$488 - $1,050Average Duration2d 4h
94kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Birmingham, US by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Birmingham?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Birmingham start from $152. The average price for this route is around $230. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Detroit to Birmingham?

    The average bus travel time from Detroit to Birmingham is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 1034 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Detroit to Birmingham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Detroit to Birmingham?

    The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Birmingham at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Birmingham?

    A bus trip from Detroit to Birmingham generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Detroit to Birmingham?

    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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Birmingham?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Detroit 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Birmingham?

    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
12-01
$289
12-02
$268
Today
$272
12-04
$265
12-05
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12-06
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12-07
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $265

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

You can expect to pay from $265 to $1,946 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $265 which is on 2025-12-04.

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