How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Los Angeles start from $221. The average price for this train route is around $693. 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 Birmingham to Los Angeles?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Los Angeles is 3d 16h, covering a distance of 1795 miles (2894 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Los Angeles 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 Birmingham to Los Angeles?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Los Angeles at 1:03pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to Los Angeles from $212 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Los Angeles on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:03pm	Birmingham Station	2d 18h	5:35am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:03pm	Birmingham Station	2d 18h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	3d 16h	7:57am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:13 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 23hAverage Duration

1802 milesDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$163 - $524	Average Duration1d 23h	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$221 - $3,518	Average Duration3d 16h	CO₂ emissions 263kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $221

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Los Angeles, 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 Birmingham to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Los Angeles start from $221. The average price for this train route is around $693. 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 Birmingham to Los Angeles?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Los Angeles is 3d 16h, covering a distance of 1795 miles (2894 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Los Angeles 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 Birmingham to Los Angeles?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Los Angeles at 1:03pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$2,394

12/11

$2,232

Today

$212

12/13

No data

12/14

No data

12/15

$447

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $212

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

You can expect to pay from $212 to $2,394 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $447 which is on 2025-12-15.