The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL 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 Tuscaloosa, AL will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham, AL for Tuscaloosa, AL on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
7:03 PM0h55Birmingham, AL7:58 PMTuscaloosa, AL$181One-way0 transfers
6:03 PM0h55Birmingham, AL6:58 PMTuscaloosa, AL$241One-way0 transfers
7:03 PM0h55Birmingham, AL7:58 PMTuscaloosa, AL$181One-way0 transfers
6:03 PM0h55Birmingham, AL6:58 PMTuscaloosa, AL$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL costing on average $28 (€22).
Other travel options to Tuscaloosa, AL take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 17m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€22) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.12 (€-12.17). The journey takes 57m versus 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19 Crescent | 1:03 PM Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL | 0h55 | 1:58 PM Tuscaloosa Station, Tuscaloosa, AL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL
Trains from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:03, the last at 15:14. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 1:03 PM |
Last train 3:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Birmingham, AL and Tuscaloosa, AL from $11 (€9). 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 Tuscaloosa, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, 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 Tuscaloosa, AL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham, AL to Tuscaloosa, AL
- 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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