How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Birmingham start from $251. The average price for this train route is around $346. 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 Richmond to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Birmingham is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 594 miles (958 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Birmingham route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Birmingham at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 11:06am.

Train Richmond to Birmingham from $208 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Birmingham on January 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	11:50am	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
3:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d 8h	11:50am	Birmingham Station	No tags
3:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d 8h	11:50am	Birmingham Station	No tags
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	11:50am	Birmingham Station	No tags
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	11:50am	Birmingham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:34 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

15h 45mAverage Duration

595 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $399	Average Duration15h 45m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$251 - $1,738	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 87kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5741 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 $201

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Birmingham start from $251. The average price for this train route is around $346. 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 Richmond to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Birmingham is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 594 miles (958 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Birmingham at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 11:06am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/16

$370

01/17

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Today

$370

01/19

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01/20

$216

01/21

$208

01/22

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $208

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

You can expect to pay from $208 to $1,124 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $208 which is on 2026-01-21.