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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Greenville to Birmingham per day. The average train journey from Greenville to Birmingham takes 8 hours and 14 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 268 mi (432 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 14m |
| Lowest price | $57.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Greenville to Birmingham?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Greenville to Birmingham was $57.00. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 15 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $25.00 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
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Which train should you take from Greenville to Birmingham?
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Greenville to Birmingham. 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 | 8h 14m | $70.56 |
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 Greenville to Birmingham take about 8 hours and 14 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $57.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Greenville and Birmingham is approximately 268 miles, or 432 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 14 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 from Greenville to Birmingham are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Greenville at 5:00am and arrives in Birmingham around 8 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Greenville.
City Information
Greenville
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As the sixth-largest city in the state of South Carolina, Greenville is one of the state's hidden treasures! The city is a vibrant hub of artistic activities and exhibitions, with many on display at the Greenville County Museum of Art. For fans of automobiles, especially BMW cars, the BMW Zentrum will offer a comprehensive look at the brand's past, present, and future. To get close to nature, check out Cedar Falls Park, which features a majestic 200-foot wide waterfall as well as plenty of other scenic spots.
The city of Greenville boasts a vibrant food scene with plenty of signature Southern dishes. One of the best places in town to enjoy an authentic Southern BBQ dinner is at Bacon Bros. Public House, which offers impressive dishes at very affordable prices. For a more upscale dining experience, check out Passerelle Bistro, where you can have some of the finest French dishes.
Greenville is well-connected by both buses and trains, with frequent service to destinations like Orlando, New Orleans, Richmond, and even New York. Plus, the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is only 15 minutes from downtown Greenville.
Birmingham
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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 Greenville?
Main departure station: 1120 W Washington St
There is one train station in Greenville.
All train stations in Greenville:
1120 W Washington St
Where is the train station in Birmingham?
Image credit: Birmingham Photographer J.g.
Link to image attributionMain arrival 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
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