The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
13 h 56 m
Average duration
13 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
700 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham, AL for Greensboro, NC on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 700 km distance in an average of 13 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 56 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 13 h 56 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.
11:24 PM13h56Birmingham, AL1:20 PMGreensboro, NC$1441One-way0 transfers
11:24 PM13h56Birmingham, AL1:20 PMGreensboro, NC$1441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $287.
Distance: 434 miles (700 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$172 Average price | $140 Average price Cheapest | $427 Average price |
13h 14m Average total duration 12h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC:
A bus is $32 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC costing on average $172 (€137).
A bus is $287 (€229) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC costing on average $427 (€341).
Other travel options to Greensboro, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 40m.
Train takes on average 12h 44m.
Live departures
Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:24 PM Birmingham, AL | 13h56 | 1:20 PM Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC
Trains from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€113) but you can travel from only $76 (€61) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 434 miles (700 km) distance in 12h 58m.
Distance 434 miles (700 km) |
Average train duration 12h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€113) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 58m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 7:43 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Birmingham, AL and Greensboro, NC from $76 (€61). 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 Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC
- 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
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
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