Transportation
Interstate
Alabama's largest metropolitan area is among the most accessible regions in the Southeastern United States. With six interstate spokes emanating from the region's core, Birmingham's comprehensive interstate network provides direct access to virtually every region of the United States. The Southeast's newest interstate (I-22) provides interstate access between Birmingham and Memphis. The new corridor is currently completed to just six miles west of where it will intersect with I-65, immediately north of Downtown Birmingham. The Port of Mobile is only a four hour drive via I-65.
Air
Home to Alabama's largest commercial airport, Birmingham International offers more than 160 arrivals and departures daily (including 45 non-stop and direct flights) to major U.S. business centers. With a 23% increase in passenger enplanements over the past five years, the Birmingham Airport Authority is pursuing a $200-million terminal modernization and expansion program that will enhance the airport's position in international travel. Birmingham International's 675,000 sq. ft. air cargo apron will accommodate a mix of commercial aircraft and includes access roadway to the region's interstate network.
Rail
Birmingham is Alabama's largest rail hub and is among the largest in the Southeastern United States. Three major freight railroads: Norfolk Southern, CSX Transportation, and Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) have major classification yards in the region. Smaller regional railroads such as the Jefferson Western and Birmingham Southern also serve Birmingham's freight customers. The Amtrak Crescent train connects Birmingham with New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Charlotte, Atlanta and New Orleans.