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On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Atlanta to Tuscaloosa. The train trip from Atlanta to Tuscaloosa is usually about 5 hours and 50 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 187 mi (301 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 50m |
| Lowest price | PLN 112.83 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Atlanta to Tuscaloosa
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The trip was relaxing and the views were nice. Cons: The train could stand to be a bit cleaner, and we arrived late. Tips: I’d recommend this method of travel only if time is not a concern because it is not particularly fast.
5.0
Pros: Comfortable seats. Cons: More variety of food items. Tips: Bring a blanket.
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Atlanta 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 | 5h 50m | PLN 139.34 |
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 Tuscaloosa take about 5 hours and 50 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from PLN 113.
The distance between Atlanta and Tuscaloosa is approximately 187 miles, or 301 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 50 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 Tuscaloosa tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Atlanta at 9:00am and arrives in Tuscaloosa around 5 hours later.
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 Atlanta.
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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.
Image credit: Michael Hohimer
Link to image attributionLocated 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.
Peachtree Station - 1688 Peachtree St NW
Tuscaloosa has one train station.
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