How much is the train ticket from New York City to Tuscaloosa?

The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Tuscaloosa start from $166. The average price for this train route is around $243. 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 New York City to Tuscaloosa?

The average train ride duration from New York City to Tuscaloosa is 1d , covering a distance of 910 miles (1467 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New York City to Tuscaloosa 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 New York City to Tuscaloosa?

The earliest train departs from New York City to Tuscaloosa at 2:00pm. And the latest train departs at 2:00pm.

Train New York City to Tuscaloosa from $159 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New York City to Tuscaloosa on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:00pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d	1:58pm	Tuscaloosa Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:00pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d	1:58pm	Tuscaloosa Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Tuscaloosa on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:00pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d	1:58pm	Tuscaloosa Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:00pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1d	1:58pm	Tuscaloosa Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:36 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Tuscaloosa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tuscaloosa. The journey takes about 1 day, 58 minutes and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d Average Duration

910 milesDistance

133kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $497	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$166 - $965	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 133kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $166

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Tuscaloosa 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 New York City to Tuscaloosa?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Tuscaloosa start from $166. The average price for this train route is around $243. 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 New York City to Tuscaloosa?
The average train ride duration from New York City to Tuscaloosa is 1d , covering a distance of 910 miles (1467 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New York City to Tuscaloosa 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 New York City to Tuscaloosa?
The earliest train departs from New York City to Tuscaloosa at 2:00pm. And the latest train departs at 2:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/13

$339

12/14

$826

Today

$280

12/16

$233

12/17

No data

12/18

$159

12/19

$195

12/20

$195

The cheapest trip from New York City to Tuscaloosa was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $159

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to Tuscaloosa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $159 to $826 for a train ticket from New York City to Tuscaloosa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $159 which is on 2025-12-18.