How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Birmingham start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $198. 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 Philadelphia to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Birmingham is 22h 7m, covering a distance of 780 miles (1258 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Birmingham at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Philadelphia to Birmingham from $156 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Birmingham on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	22h 7m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	22h 7m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Birmingham on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	22h 7m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	22h 7m	12:45pm	Birmingham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:03 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 22 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

22h 7mAverage Duration

780 milesDistance

114kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$90 - $444	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$163 - $416	Average Duration22h 7m	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,634 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5634 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 $163

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Birmingham start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $198. 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 Philadelphia to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Birmingham is 22h 7m, covering a distance of 780 miles (1258 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Birmingham at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/08

$228

12/09

$228

Today

$274

12/11

$228

12/12

No data

12/13

$190

12/14

$156

12/15

No data

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $156

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

You can expect to pay from $156 to $677 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $156 which is on 2025-12-14.