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Compare bus, train, and flight for Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $107, and a flight costs an average of $393.
Distance: 317 miles (511 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$107 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price | $393 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL:
A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL costing on average $114.
A train is $286 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL costing on average $393.
Other travel options to Tuscaloosa, AL take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
Train takes on average 9h 27m.
Tickets start at around $107 compared to roughly $70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.56. The journey takes 9h 27m versus 5h 15m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Trains from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 15:14. The fastest train covers the 317 miles (511 km) distance in 9h 27m.
Distance 317 miles (511 km) |
Average train duration 9h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 27m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 3:14 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greenville, SC and Tuscaloosa, AL from $107. 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 Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenville, SC 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.

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Popular train stations from Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Most Greenville, SC to Tuscaloosa, AL trains use the Greenville Station to Tuscaloosa Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Greenville, SC and Tuscaloosa, AL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Greenville, SC station do trains to Tuscaloosa, AL leave from?
Getting to Greenville Station from Greenville city centre
Greenville Station is 1 km from Greenville city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenville Station train station facilities and services
Greenville Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Soby's, Larkin's on the River
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Greenville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Greenville Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Greenville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Greenville Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenville Station: Ramps, assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Westin Poinsett, Greenville, Courtyard Greenville Downtown, Hyatt Regency Greenville.
Which Tuscaloosa, AL station do trains from Greenville, SC arrive at?
Getting to Tuscaloosa Station from Tuscaloosa city centre
Tuscaloosa Station is 2 km from Tuscaloosa city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Tuscaloosa Station train station facilities and services
Tuscaloosa Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tuscaloosa Station.
Most popular train connections from Greenville, SC
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