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Tuscaloosa - New York Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Tuscaloosa to New York. Traveling by train from Tuscaloosa to New York usually takes 25 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Crescent train can make the trip in 25 hours and 34 minutes.

Distance909 mi (1463 km)
Fastest train25h 34m
Lowest price$166.00
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Crescent
Train lines1

What is the price of a train ticket from Tuscaloosa to New York?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Tuscaloosa and New York cost $166.00, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 23 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $77.00 more.

Monthly avg. prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during September. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Tuscaloosa to New York, with the average price at just $153. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in August, when the average price goes up to $212. 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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Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Tuscaloosa to New York. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 23 days before departure, you can save around $77.00. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from Tuscaloosa to New York?

Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Tuscaloosa to New York. 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 Crescent11d 1h 44m$225.07
  • 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 Tuscaloosa to New York take about 25 hours and 44 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $166.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Tuscaloosa and New York is approximately 909 miles, or 1463 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 25 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 25 hours and 34 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Tuscaloosa to New York on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Tuscaloosa at 3:00pm and arrives in New York around 25 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to New York 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 New York to Tuscaloosa.

City Information

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Tuscaloosa?

Main departure station: 2105 Greensboro Ave

There is one train station in Tuscaloosa.

All train stations in Tuscaloosa:

  • 2105 Greensboro Ave

Where is the train station in New York?

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Main arrival station: NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transportation, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.

All train stations in New York:

  • NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

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