The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL
Cheapest price
$264
Average price
$264
Fastest journey
22 h 7 m
Average duration
22 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1258 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL will cost around $264 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $264.
Of the 1 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Birmingham, AL on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 1258 km distance in an average of 22 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 h 7 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 22 h 7 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.
8:38 PM22h07Philadelphia, PA6:45 PMBirmingham, AL$2641One-way0 transfers
8:38 PM22h07Philadelphia, PA6:45 PMBirmingham, AL$2641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $147. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $147, and a flight costs an average of $305.
Distance: 781 miles (1258 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$423 Average price | $477 Average price | $227 Average price Cheapest | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 31m Average total duration 22h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 3m Average total duration 24h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL:
A bus is $196 (€156) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL costing on average $423 (€337).
A bus is $250 (€199) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL costing on average $477 (€381).
Other travel options to Birmingham, AL take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 1m.
Bus takes on average 24h 33m.
Tickets start at around $423 (€337) compared to roughly $186 (€149) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-236.80 (€-188.83). The journey takes 22h 1m versus 13h 10m 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
Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:38 PM Philadelphia, PA | 22h07 | 6:45 PM Birmingham, AL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $178 (€142) but you can travel from only $147 (€117) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:38, the last at 17:24. The fastest train covers the 781 miles (1258 km) distance in 21h 12m.
Distance 781 miles (1258 km) |
Average train duration 22h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $178 (€142) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 21h 12m |
First train 3:38 PM |
Last train 5:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Birmingham, AL from $147 (€117). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, AL
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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