How much is the train ticket from Washington to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Birmingham start from $152. The average price for this train route is around $220. 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 Washington to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Birmingham is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 659 miles (1063 km). The quickest train can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Birmingham at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Birmingham from $145 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Birmingham on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	19h 15m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Washington to Birmingham on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	19h 15m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	19h 15m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Birmingham on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	19h 15m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	19h 15m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Birmingham on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	19h 15m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:37 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 17 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

17h 55mAverage Duration

668 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $316	Average Duration17h 55m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$152 - $383	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,668 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5668 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 $152

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Birmingham start from $152. The average price for this train route is around $220. 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 Washington to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Birmingham is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 659 miles (1063 km). The quickest train can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington 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 Washington to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Birmingham at 6:30pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/21

$145

12/22

$178

Today

$1,166

12/24

$1,166

12/25

$253

12/26

$368

12/27

No data

12/28

$303

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $145

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

You can expect to pay from $145 to $1,166 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $253 which is on 2025-12-25.