How much is the train ticket from Indianapolis to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Birmingham start from $353. The average price for this train route is around $398. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Indianapolis to Birmingham is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 433 miles (698 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Indianapolis to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Indianapolis to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Indianapolis to Birmingham at 12:15am. And the latest train departs at 12:15am.

Train Indianapolis to Birmingham from $352 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to Birmingham on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 13h	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:15am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 13h	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:16 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

15h 30mAverage Duration

433 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$90 - $279	Average Duration15h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$353 - $485	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $353

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to Birmingham, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Indianapolis to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to Birmingham start from $353. The average price for this train route is around $398. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Indianapolis to Birmingham is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 433 miles (698 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Indianapolis to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Indianapolis to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Indianapolis to Birmingham at 12:15am. And the latest train departs at 12:15am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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$352

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The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $228

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Indianapolis to Birmingham, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $228 to $1,103 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $352 which is on 2025-12-14.