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Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa. Traveling by train from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa usually takes 55 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
- Distance
- 49 mi (79 km)
- Fastest train
- 55m
- Lowest price
- $23.00
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Crescent
- Train lines
- 1
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Birmingham to Tuscaloosa Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$25.31 | Avg. Price$15.00Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration55mFaster | Duration1h 16m |
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Average score for trains from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa (Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
There are several train options that can take you from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa was $23. 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 3 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $10 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa will cost between $20 and $27. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa by month
Ticket prices for the train from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa 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 $16. If you're thinking of traveling from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa during November, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $30 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in November, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa on Wanderu at least 3 days ahead of time, you can save about $10 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa?
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Birmingham to Tuscaloosa. 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 | 55m | $25.31 |
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 Birmingham to Tuscaloosa take about 55 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $20.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa to Birmingham. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa for $13.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
The distance between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa is approximately 49 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 55 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Tuscaloosa.
Distance (mi)
49
Distance (km)
79
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Birmingham at 1:03 PM and arrives in Tuscaloosa within the hour.
First train
1:03pm
Last train
1:03pm
Trains from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa are the most crowded on Friday. 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 traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Friday
Least crowded
Tuesday
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. 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 Birmingham?
Main departure 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 restrooms, seating, and vending machines.
All train stations in Birmingham:
- Intermodal Facility
Where is the train station in Tuscaloosa?
Main arrival station: 2105 Greensboro Ave
Tuscaloosa has one train station.
All train stations in Tuscaloosa:
- 2105 Greensboro Ave
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