How to get from Albany to Birmingham
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Birmingham takes approximately 1575 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
1575 min 1,877.4 km
4 transfers
214
Empire Service
Acela
Crescent
Magic City Connector
Departs from: Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking: 19 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
2
Take 214 Bus
Direction: Empire State Plaza to East Greenbush Tech Park
From Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) (11 stops, 12 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
4
Take Empire Service Train
Direction: New York
From Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (5 stops, 155 min)
5
Take Acela Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station (5 stops, 178 min)
6
Take Crescent Train
Direction: New Orleans
From Washington Union Station to Birmingham (18 stops, 1155 min)
7
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to 20th St S & Morris Ave
8
Take Magic City Connector Bus
Direction: Civic Center Blvd
From 20th St S & Morris Ave to 20th St & 4th Ave N (3 stops, 3 min)
9
Walk 11 min (0.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Birmingham
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Birmingham and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Albany:
- Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
- State St & Eagle St
- Eagle St & Howard St
- Washington Ave & S. Swan St
Public transport stations close to Birmingham
Birmingham is located in Birmingham and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Birmingham:
- 5th Ave & 24th St North
- 5th Ave N & 24th St N
- 5th Ave N and 24th St N
- 24th St N and 4th Ave N (Ib)
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Birmingham.
How do I travel from Albany to Birmingham in Birmingham?
The quickest journey from Albany to Birmingham takes approximately 1575 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Can I get directly from Albany to Birmingham without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1575 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Birmingham?
The 214 line provides bus service between Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St and 20th St & 4th Ave N in Birmingham.
What is the journey time from Albany to Birmingham by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Birmingham in Birmingham takes approximately 1575 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Birmingham?
Board the 214 bus at Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St station, located near Albany in Birmingham.
Which station is closest to Birmingham?
The nearest stop to Birmingham is 20th St & 4th Ave N station. Exit here to reach your destination in Birmingham.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.