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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Atlanta to Birmingham?

There are usually 6 daily bus trips from Atlanta to Birmingham.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£28.63
Avg. Price
£24.16
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
6
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
2h 52m
Duration
4h 34m

Trip Summary

On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Atlanta to Birmingham. The train trip from Atlanta to Birmingham is usually about 4 hours and 37 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance140 mi (225 km)
Fastest train4h 37m
Lowest price£23.64
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Crescent
Train lines1

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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Atlanta to Birmingham

(Based on 6 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Gerania

27 October 2024- Visiting friends

Amtrak Crescent

Pros: Seat, spacious, view, train temp, price, comfort. Cons: Nothing on the company's end. Tips: Enjoyable ride. Just ensure you do not sit near someone hacking up phlegm the whole way.

5.0

Susan

6 October 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Crescent

My children loved their first train experience!

5.0

David

7 November 2021- Visiting family

Amtrak Crescent

Pros: I was very surprise how nice and clean train was. I enjoyed my trip very much, in fact I am thinking about during a family trip next year for family (11 individuals). Cons: Keep the freight trains from blocking track. (smile) Reason train was late. Tips: Pack water and snack; and bring light blanket.

5.0

Memi

6 November 2021- Solo travel

Amtrak Crescent

Pros: It was just pleasant. Cons: The Timing.

What is the price of a train ticket from Atlanta to Birmingham?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Atlanta and Birmingham cost £23.64, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Birmingham. Booking your trip at least 1 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around £1.02 more.

Average train ticket prices from Atlanta to Birmingham by travel date

£35£24£12DecDec

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Atlanta to Birmingham will cost between £24 and £29. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Monthly average prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Atlanta to Birmingham, with the average price at just £16. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in October, when the average price goes up to £24. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

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By booking your train trip from Atlanta to Birmingham on Wanderu at least 1 days ahead of time, you can save about £1.02 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Atlanta to Birmingham?

Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Atlanta 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.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Crescent14h 37m£24.32
  • 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 Atlanta to Birmingham take about 4 hours and 37 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from £24.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Atlanta to Birmingham

The distance between Atlanta and Birmingham is approximately 140 miles, or 225 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 37 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.

Trains departing from Atlanta to Birmingham tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Atlanta at 09:00 and arrives in Birmingham around 4 hours later.

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 Atlanta.

City Information

Atlanta

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Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.

The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.

Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.

Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.

Birmingham

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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. Travelers 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 Atlanta?

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Main departure station: Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW

Located at 1688 Peachtree Street NW in Atlanta’s Brookwood Hills neighborhood, the historic two-track Peachtree Train Station opened in 1918 in the style of an Italian Renaissance pavilion. The station, which is now on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, features classic pilasters and columns. More than 70,000 passengers travel on Amtrak’s Crescent train services from Peachtree Station to major destinations including New Orleans, New York, and Washington D.C. Within the station building are two waiting rooms, restrooms, vending machines, and a ticket sales office. The station has accessible entrances and limited paid parking.

All train stations in Atlanta:

  • Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW

Where is the train station in Birmingham?

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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 coaches, 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 restrooms, seating, and vending machines.

Train stations in Birmingham:

  • Intermodal Facility

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