The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL
Cheapest price
$296
Average price
$296
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 46 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 46 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 $296 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $296.
Of the 1 trains that leave Boston, MA for Tuscaloosa, AL on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 1767 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 46 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 d 6 h 46 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 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 €139. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €139, and a flight costs an average of €272.
Distance: 1097 miles (1767 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€332 Average price | €360 Average price | €156 Average price Cheapest |
29h 19m Average total duration 28h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 28m Average total duration Fastest 8h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 33m Average total duration 32h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:12 PM Boston, MA | 30h46 | 6:58 PM Tuscaloosa, AL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $296 (€238) but you can travel from only $173 (€139) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 16:10. The fastest train covers the 1097 miles (1767 km) distance in 30h 46m.
Distance 1097 miles (1767 km) |
Average train duration 28h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $296 (€238) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 30h 46m |
First train 08:12 |
Last train 16:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Boston, MA to Tuscaloosa, AL trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Boston, MA and Tuscaloosa, AL from $173 (€139). 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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