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How to get fromBirmingham to Metairieby plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Metairie by plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane plane BHM - MSY
    4h 39m
    $116–620

  2. Drive 346.6 mi

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    1. Drive from Birmingham to Metairiecar car 346.6 mi
    5h 40m
    $64–92

  3. Train (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Birmingham to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain train Crescent
    9h 14m
    $117–237

Birmingham to Metairie by train and tram (Amtrak)

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration9h 14mAverage Duration
Ticket$117Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 333.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Birmingham, AL, USA and Metairie, LA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Birmingham to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $110–240 and the journey takes 8h 9m.

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