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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 Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Antonio Bus Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
Conexiones + Tornado Bus | Bus | Tornado I-35 | McDonald's - Birmingham | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | San Antonio Bus Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado I-35 | McDonald's - Birmingham | No tags | ||||
| Bus | San Antonio Bus Station | Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 20 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and Birmingham?
Stops in San Antonio
- A7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
- B500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
- C165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
- D4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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 San Antonio, US 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 San Antonio to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Birmingham start from $162. The average price for this route is around $331. 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 San Antonio to Birmingham?
The average bus travel time from San Antonio to Birmingham is 20h 28m, covering a distance of 1205 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 54m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Birmingham at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to Birmingham?
A bus trip from San Antonio to Birmingham generates an estimated 30 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 San Antonio to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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 San Antonio, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $152To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Antonio, US to Birmingham, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $152 to $329 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Antonio, US to Birmingham, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
