The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Cheapest price
$1271
Average price
$1271
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 53 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1767 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL will cost around $1271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1271.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL without transferring at least once.
11:05 AM26h53Boston, MA1:58 PMTuscaloosa, AL$12711One-way1 transfer
11:05 AM26h53Boston, MA1:58 PMTuscaloosa, AL$12711One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $314. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $314, and a train costs an average of $567.
Distance: 1097 miles (1767 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$596 Average price | $564 Average price | $314 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 19m Average total duration 28h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 15m Average total duration 31h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL:
A bus is $250 (€204) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL costing on average $564 (€461).
A bus is $282 (€231) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL costing on average $596 (€488).
Other travel options to Tuscaloosa, AL take longer:
Train takes on average 28h 49m.
Bus takes on average 31h 45m.
Tickets start at around $596 (€488) compared to roughly $14 (€12) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-581.56 (€-475.98). The journey takes 28h 49m versus 18h 38m 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
Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:05 AM Boston, MA | 26h53 | 1:58 PM Tuscaloosa, AL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Trains from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 28h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $567 (€464) but you can travel from only $314 (€257) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 15:20. The fastest train covers the 1097 miles (1767 km) distance in 29h 25m.
Distance 1097 miles (1767 km) |
Average train duration 28h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $567 (€464) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 29h 25m |
First train 8:12 AM |
Last train 3:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Tuscaloosa, AL from $314 (€257). 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 Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, restrooms
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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