The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL
Cheapest price
$293
Average price
$293
Fastest journey
19 h 53 m
Average duration
19 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL will cost around $293 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $293.
Of the 1 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Birmingham, AL on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 1114 km distance in an average of 19 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 53 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 19 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $137. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $137, and a flight costs an average of $181.
Distance: 692 miles (1114 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$295 Average price | $198 Average price Cheapest | $341 Average price |
21h 2m Average total duration 20h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 18m Average total duration 18h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL train times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:57 PM Baltimore, MD | 20h48 | 6:45 PM Birmingham, AL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL
Trains from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $172 (€140) but you can travel from only $137 (€111) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 16:57, the last at 17:24. The fastest train covers the 692 miles (1114 km) distance in 19h 53m.
Distance 692 miles (1114 km) |
Average train duration 20h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 (€140) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19h 53m |
First train 16:57 |
Last train 17:24 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Birmingham, AL from $137 (€111). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birmingham, AL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Baltimore, MD to Birmingham, AL
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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