DC → AL · about 708 miles
Washington to Tuscaloosa train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Washington to Tuscaloosa. The fastest takes 20 hours 28 minutes; every train leaves at 6:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 20h 28m
- Leaves at
- 6:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at Tuscaloosa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 PM | 1:58 PM +1 day | 20h 28m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Tuscaloosa The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Washington
Where the train stops in Tuscaloosa
Return trip: Tuscaloosa to Washington
Questions
How long is the train from Washington to Tuscaloosa?
The fastest direct train takes 20 hours 28 minutes; the typical trip is 20 hours 28 minutes.
What time is the first train from Washington to Tuscaloosa?
Every departure is at 6:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Washington to Tuscaloosa?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Washington?
Trains to Tuscaloosa leave from Washington (Union Station).