What is the travel distance from Albany to Birmingham?

Albany and Birmingham are 947 miles (1527 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Birmingham?

The majority of buses traveling from Albany to Birmingham start their journey at SUNY Collins Circle and wind up at Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The National Sea Life, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Jewellery Quarter, National Motorcycle Museum and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery.

Bus Albany to Birmingham from $104 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Albany to Birmingham on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 7h	1:55pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 4h	5:45pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 4h	5:45pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	9:40pm	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:20pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 8h	7:10am	Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $223, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

947 milesDistance

139kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $354	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$223 - $530	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 139kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Birmingham?

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Stops in Birmingham

A - Birmingham Greyhound Bus Station

B - McDonald's - Birmingham

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Birmingham, US by bus

What is the travel distance from Albany to Birmingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Birmingham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?