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10 h 55 min
1060 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Chicago to Birmingham

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Cheapest
By car (1 060 km)
10 h 55 min
1060 km.
from $58
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Rideshare
10 h 55 min
1060 km.
from $13.83
Bus
14 h 40 min
930 km.
from $203.65
Train
28 h 42 min
930 km.
from $328.80

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$484.07
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$445.85

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$343.94
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham–Shuttlesworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$560.50

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$152.86
Train from Chicago Union Station to New
Ave. Duration:
19h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$331.20
Train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.59–$165.60

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Carbondale Train Station to Nashville
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$140.12
Bus from Nashville Bus Station to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$127.39
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Nashville
Ave. Duration:
10h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.94–$254.77

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Nashville
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$152.86

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Birmingham is to night bus and bus which costs $52.17 - $239.13 and takes 14h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Birmingham is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $239.13 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Birmingham via Nashville Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Birmingham via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 42m.

How far is it from Chicago to Birmingham?

The distance between Chicago and Birmingham is 944 km. The road distance is 1061.2 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Birmingham without a car is to train and night bus and bus which takes 14h 26m and costs $59.78 - $358.70 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Chicago to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Birmingham bus from?

Chicago to Birmingham bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Birmingham train from?

Chicago to Birmingham train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Chicago to Birmingham is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $239.13 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $423.91 and takes 28h 42m, you could also bus, which costs $44.57 - $326.09 and takes 14h 40m.

Where does the Chicago to Birmingham bus arrive?

Chicago to Birmingham bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Nashville Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Birmingham train arrive?

Chicago to Birmingham train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Birmingham is 1061 km. It takes approximately 10h 51m to drive from Chicago to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Birmingham?

Book your Chicago to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Birmingham?

Book your Chicago to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 379+ hotels available in Birmingham. Prices start at $30.04 per night.
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