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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
503 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL for Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 503 km distance in an average of 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 9 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 9 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.
19 Crescent1:03 PM8h09Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL9:12 PMUnion Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA$531One-way0 transfers
- 19 Crescent1:03 PM8h09Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL9:12 PMUnion Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $161.
Distance: 312 miles (503 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price | $604 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 32m Average total duration Fastest 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 43m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA:
A train is $54 (€44) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA costing on average $110 (€90).
A train is $548 (€449) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA costing on average $604 (€495).
Other travel options to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 45m.
Flight takes on average 11h 43m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
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 Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA trains for today, Sunday, June 21. 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 | 8h09 | 9:12 PM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA
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Trains from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 18:03, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 312 miles (503 km) distance in 8h 9m.
Distance 312 miles (503 km) |
Average train duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 9m |
First train 6:03 PM |
Last train 7:03 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL and Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA from $26 (€21). 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 Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA 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 Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA
Most Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA trains use the Birmingham Station to Union Passenger Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL and Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Station train station facilities and services
Birmingham Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Station.
Getting to Union Passenger Terminal from New Orleans city centre
Union Passenger Terminal train station facilities and services
Union Passenger Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cochon Restaurant, Herbsaint
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Passenger Terminal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Passenger Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Passenger Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Passenger Terminal: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Passenger Terminal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Regency New Orleans, Le Pavillon Hotel, Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans.
Most popular train connections from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL
Most popular trains to and from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA and Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL
Most popular train connections to Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA
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