PA → AL · about 784 miles
Philadelphia to Birmingham train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Philadelphia to Birmingham. The fastest takes 22 hours 2 minutes; the first train leaves at 3:38 PM and the last at 3:43 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 22h 02m
- First train
- 3:38 PM
- Last train
- 3:43 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Philadelphia and arrives at Birmingham. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:38 PM | 12:45 PM +1 day | 22h 07m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:43 PM | 12:45 PM +1 day | 22h 02m | Thu from Nov 26 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Philadelphia Where you get off in Birmingham The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Philadelphia
Where the train stops in Birmingham
Return trip: Birmingham to Philadelphia
Questions
How long is the train from Philadelphia to Birmingham?
The fastest direct train takes 22 hours 2 minutes; the typical trip is 22 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Philadelphia to Birmingham?
The earliest departure is at 3:38 PM (Daily) and the last at 3:43 PM (Thu).
Which rail companies go from Philadelphia to Birmingham?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Philadelphia?
Trains to Birmingham leave from Philadelphia Amtrak station.