Cheap train tickets from Meridian to Birmingham
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Meridian to Birmingham. Travelling by train from Meridian to Birmingham usually takes 3 hours and 43 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
- Distance
- 136 mi (219 km)
- Fastest train
- 3h 43m
- Lowest price
- CHF 19.21
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Crescent
- Train lines
- 1
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Meridian to Birmingham Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Meridian to Birmingham?
There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Meridian to Birmingham.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCHF 27.80 | Avg. PriceCHF 25.61Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration3h 43m | Duration3h 2mFaster |

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Average score for trains from Meridian to Birmingham (Based on 1 rating and review)
5.0
There are several train options that can take you from Meridian to Birmingham:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Meridian to Birmingham?
In the last month, train tickets from Meridian to Birmingham cost about CHF 19 when booked at the cheapest time. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 1 day prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CHF 15.03 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Meridian to Birmingham by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Meridian to Birmingham will cost between CHF 27 and CHF 34. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Meridian to Birmingham by month
Ticket prices for the train from Meridian to Birmingham often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only CHF 23. If you're thinking of travelling from Meridian to Birmingham during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CHF 68 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Meridian to Birmingham on Wanderu at least 1 day ahead of time, you can save about CHF 15.03 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Meridian to Birmingham?
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Meridian to Birmingham. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 3h 43m | CHF 27.80 |
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom. Train trips from Meridian to Birmingham take about 3 hours and 43 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from CHF 19.21.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Meridian to Birmingham
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Birmingham with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains. You can also take a train for your return trip from Birmingham to Meridian. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the bus from Meridian to Birmingham for CHF 21.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
The distance between Meridian and Birmingham is approximately 219 kilometres. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 43 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
136
Distance (km)
219
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Meridian at 1:32 p.m. and arrives in Birmingham around 3 hours later.
First train
1:32pm
Last train
1:32pm
Trains from Meridian to Birmingham are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Thursday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Birmingham



Birmingham may not be the capital of Alabama, but it does hold the crown as both the cultural and entertainment capital of the Cotton State. The second-most populous city, Birmingham was founded during the Reconstruction Period, which followed the American Civil War.
Quietly going about its business as an industrial powerhouse, producing much of America's iron and steel, Birmingham didn't enter the world's consciousness until the Civil Rights Movement one hundred years later. It’s one of the 8 iconic cities on our Martin Luther King, Jr. road trip, as it’s the city where Dr. King wrote his famous “Letter From a Birmingham Jail.” When visiting, be sure to stop at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute to learn more about the city’s civil rights history.
Today known as America's 'Magic City,' new life has been blown into downtown Birmingham in recent years. Its streets have been cleaned up, allowing the city's historical gems such as the Alabama Theater to shine once more both by day and by night.
The Birmingham Museum of Art contains the most extensive collection of artworks in the southeastern United States. It's connected to the nightlife districts of Five Points South, Lakeview, and Uptown by a series of charming tree-lined public squares. Close by Five Points South also lies Red Mountain's Vulcan Park, home to the world's largest cast-iron statue. It was made for the St. Louis World Fair of 1904.
Birmingham is an important regional hub linking the Deep South, the Appalachian Mountains, and Piedmont. Travellers can easily reach other noteworthy destinations in the U.S., including Dallas, Phoenix, and Montgomery, thanks to the hundreds of bus and train routes to and from Birmingham.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Meridian?
Main departure station: Union Station - 1901 Front St
There is one train station in Meridian.
All train stations in Meridian:
- Union Station - 1901 Front St
Where is the train station in Birmingham?
Main arrival station: Intermodal Facility

Birmingham's Intermodal Facility is a modern station right in the heart of downtown. It is near the McWane Science Center and only a 10-minute walk to the University of Alabama. The Intermodal Facility is a hub for Amtrak trains, intercity buses, and MAX transit throughout Birmingham, so it's easy to transfer between travel modes all within the same station. Birmingham is a stop on Amtrak's Crescent Line, which runs from New York to New Orleans. The station has an onsite cafe, plus amenities like washrooms, seating, and vending machines.
All train stations in Birmingham:
- Intermodal Facility
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