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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$295
Average price
$295
Fastest journey
19 h 23 m
Average duration
19 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1063 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 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 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $295 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $295.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 1063 km distance in an average of 19 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 23 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 19 h 23 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 Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €92, and a flight costs an average of €98.
Distance: 660 miles (1063 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€204 Average price | €131 Average price Cheapest | €296 Average price |
19h 57m Average total duration 19h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 50m Average total duration 17h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 10:24 PM Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL | 22h15 | 8:39 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
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Trains from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $164 (€132) but you can travel from only $114 (€92) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 22:24, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 660 miles (1063 km) distance in 19h 23m.
Distance 660 miles (1063 km) |
Average train duration 19h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $164 (€132) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 19h 23m |
First train 22:24 |
Last train 22:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC from $114 (€92). 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 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC 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 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham Station, Birmingham, AL to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibility
HotelTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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