The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Cheapest price
$441
Average price
$441
Fastest journey
20 h 28 m
Average duration
20 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL will cost around $441 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $441.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Tuscaloosa, AL on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 1137 km distance in an average of 20 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 28 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 20 h 28 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 Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €102. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €102, and a flight costs an average of €246.
Distance: 706 miles (1137 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€163 Average price | €301 Average price | €126 Average price Cheapest |
20h 58m Average total duration 20h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 20m Average total duration 18h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Trains from Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€139) but you can travel from only $125 (€102) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:09, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 706 miles (1137 km) distance in 20h 28m.
Distance 706 miles (1137 km) |
Average train duration 20h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€139) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 20h 28m |
First train 15:09 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Tuscaloosa, AL from $125 (€102). 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 Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Tuscaloosa, AL
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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