Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US

Today30 Jul
from US$220
Tomorrow31 Jul
from US$383
Fri1 Aug
from US$186
Sat2 Aug
from US$264
Sun3 Aug
from US$220
Mon4 Aug
from US$186
Tue5 Aug
from US$264
Wed6 Aug

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Birmingham
    Destination location: Birmingham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Birmingham

Bus
Average priceUS$67 - US$273Average duration17h 55m
27kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$152 - US$702Average duration19h 15m
97kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 17 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
17h 55mAverage duration
US$67Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$264
Average train trip duration19h 15m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure18:30
Distance660 miles

Washington to Birmingham Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Birmingham, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Birmingham cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Birmingham is US$264. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Birmingham?

    A train trip between Washington and Birmingham is around 19h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 658 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Birmingham?

    The number of trains from Washington to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Washington to Birmingham?

    When taking the train from Washington to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
28/07
US$368
29/07
US$303
Today
US$211
31/07
US$368
01/08
US$178
02/08
US$253
03/08
US$211
04/08
US$178
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$178

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 US$178 to US$677 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 US$178, which is on 2025-08-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to Birmingham is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Birmingham, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Birmingham, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Washington to Birmingham.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Birmingham, US to Washington, DC, US

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