How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Birmingham start at R 1 607. The average price for this route is around R 2 519. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Birmingham?

The average bus journey time from Richmond to Birmingham is 15h 45m, covering a distance of 959 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Birmingham?

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Birmingham at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Birmingham?

A bus trip from Richmond to Birmingham produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Richmond 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 5733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Birmingham?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond 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 Richmond 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.

Bus Richmond to Birmingham from R 1 689 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Birmingham on 18 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	18h 10m	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:10	Henrico	15h 45m	13:55	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 25m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Birmingham on 21 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	20h 25m	07:05	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	04:35	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 35m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
	12:00	Staples Mill Road	1d	11:50	Birmingham Station	No tags
	05:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	16h 55m	21:40	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	19h 25m	18:10	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:30 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 607, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

15h 45mAverage duration

959 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 607 - R 6 724	Average duration15h 45m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 233 - R 29 349	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Birmingham?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
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D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
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E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
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F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230
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Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station
1801 Morris Ave, 35203 Birmingham, AL
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B
McDonald's - Birmingham
2427 Acton Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35243, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 509 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 092 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Birmingham, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Birmingham start at R 1 607. The average price for this route is around R 2 519. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Richmond to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Richmond to Birmingham is 15h 45m, covering a distance of 959 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Richmond to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Birmingham at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Richmond to Birmingham produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Richmond 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Richmond to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Richmond 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 Richmond 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.

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R 2 094

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R 1 815

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R 1 689

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R 1 756

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 689

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 689 to R 10 268 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 689, which is on 2026-01-20.

Usually Amtrak 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.