The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL
Cheapest price
$256
Average price
$256
Fastest journey
1 d 40 m
Average duration
1 d 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL will cost around $256 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $256.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Birmingham, AL on Thu, Jan 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct trains cover the 1157 km distance in an average of 1 d 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 40 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest trains will take 1 d 40 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 bus, train, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €204.
Distance: 718 miles (1157 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€314 Average price | €152 Average price Cheapest | €453 Average price |
25h 36m Average total duration 25h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 4m Average total duration 25h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration Fastest 6h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL trains for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:05 PM Harrisburg, PA | 24h40 | 5:45 PM Birmingham, AL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $256 (€205) but you can travel from only $84 (€67) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:05, the last at 17:24. The fastest train covers the 718 miles (1157 km) distance in 24h 40m.
Distance 718 miles (1157 km) |
Average train duration 25h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $256 (€205) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 24h 40m |
First train 13:05 |
Last train 17:24 |
FAQs: Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, 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 Birmingham, AL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Birmingham, AL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
- 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
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