How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Birmingham start from R 3 546. The average price for this train route is around R 4 108. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Birmingham is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 980 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Birmingham departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Train Pittsburgh to Birmingham from R 5 546 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Birmingham on 9 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:30	Union Station	1d 5h	11:50	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
07:30	Union Station	1d 5h	11:50	Birmingham Station	No tags
07:30	Union Station	1d 5h	11:50	Birmingham Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Birmingham on 12 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:25	Union Station	1d 8h	12:45	Birmingham Station	Cheapest
07:30	Union Station	1d 6h	12:45	Birmingham Station	Fastest
05:25	Union Station	1d 8h	12:45	Birmingham Station	No tags
07:30	Union Station	1d 6h	12:45	Birmingham Station	No tags
07:30	Union Station	1d 6h	12:45	Birmingham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:33 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Birmingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 1hAverage duration

980 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 109 - R 4 709	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 546 - R 6 816	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 757 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5757 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 546

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Birmingham, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Birmingham start from R 3 546. The average price for this train route is around R 4 108. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Birmingham is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 980 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Birmingham departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Birmingham, US was searched and found on 09 Feb 2026 with a price of R 5 546

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 546 to R 14 515 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 546, which is on 2026-02-09.