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New York to Tuscaloosa Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from New York to Tuscaloosa?
There are usually 11 daily bus trips available from New York to Tuscaloosa.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 713.03 | Avg. PriceRON 1,146.57 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips11 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1d 7h 19m | Duration1d 0h 22m |
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from New York to Tuscaloosa per day. The average train journey from New York to Tuscaloosa takes 24 hours and 26 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 24 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 909 mi (1463 km) |
| Fastest train | 24h 5m |
| Lowest price | RON 685.35 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Tuscaloosa?
The average price for a train ticket from New York to Tuscaloosa is RON 788.80, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 5 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay RON 730.61 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from New York to Tuscaloosa?
2 train services operate from New York to Tuscaloosa. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1d 0h 5m | RON 1,036.65 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 1d 0h 58m | RON 1,036.31 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from New York to Tuscaloosa every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 685.
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 New York to Tuscaloosa take about 24 hours and 58 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from RON 685.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New York to Tuscaloosa
The distance between New York and Tuscaloosa is approximately 909 miles, or 1463 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 24 hours and 26 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 24 hours and 5 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.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from New York to Tuscaloosa. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves New York at 2:00pm and arrives in Tuscaloosa around 24 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 New York.
City Information
New York
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 New York?
Main departure station: NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
All train stations in New York:
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
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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