AL → NC · about 408 miles
Tuscaloosa to Charlotte train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Tuscaloosa to Charlotte. The fastest takes 12 hours 57 minutes; every train leaves at 3:09 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 12h 57m
- Leaves at
- 3:09 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Tuscaloosa Amtrak Station and arrives at Charlotte Amtrak Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:09 PM | 5:06 AM +1 day | 12h 57m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Tuscaloosa Where you get off in Charlotte The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Tuscaloosa
Where the train stops in Charlotte
Return trip: Charlotte to Tuscaloosa
Questions
How long is the train from Tuscaloosa to Charlotte?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 57 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours 57 minutes.
What time is the first train from Tuscaloosa to Charlotte?
Every departure is at 3:09 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Tuscaloosa to Charlotte?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Tuscaloosa?
Trains to Charlotte leave from Tuscaloosa Amtrak Station.