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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Columbus by train, car, or bus

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  1. Train, drive (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa Stationtrain train Crescent
    2. Drive from Tuscaloosa Station to Columbuscar car
    2h 4m
    $27–52
  2. Bus, drive (Greyhound)

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Birmingham Intermodal Facility to Tuscaloosa Bus Stopbus bus Greyhound US0604
    2. Drive from Tuscaloosa Bus Stop to Columbuscar car
    2h 20m
    $19–32
  3. Drive 115 mi

    1. Drive from Birmingham to Columbuscar car 115 mi
    2h 7m
    $21–31

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Birmingham, AL, USA and Columbus, MS, USA?

There is no direct connection from Birmingham to Columbus. However, you can take the train to Tuscaloosa Station then drive to Columbus. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Intermodal Facility to Columbus via Tuscaloosa Bus Stop in around 2h 20m.

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