The distance between Birmingham and Colorado Springs is approximately 1068 miles, or 1718 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 80 hours and 56 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 80 hours and 56 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.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Colorado Springs to Birmingham. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Birmingham to Colorado Springs for $110.00.