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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Detroit Bus Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Detroit Bus Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | No tags | |||||
| Detroit Bus Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Birmingham Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Birmingham
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.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Birmingham?
Stops in Birmingham
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Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL - B2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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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.
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.
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.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Birmingham route?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $248To 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 $248 to $1,634 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 $248 which is on 2025-12-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Birmingham, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
