Air Travel
- Transport Mode: Air
- Companies: Delta Airlines, United Airlines
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours (including layover)
- Distance: 615 miles
- Costs: €200 - €350 (economy class depending on the booking time)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Consider using a flight comparison website like Skyscanner to secure the best fares and flight times, and book your tickets at least a few weeks in advance for cheaper options.
For a quick and efficient journey, take the flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), and then rent a car or take a regional train to Galena.
Road Travel
- Transport Mode: Road (Car)
- Companies: [No specific companies, car rental options include Hertz, Enterprise, Budget]
- Duration: Approximately 7 hours
- Distance: 470 miles
- Costs: €60 for fuel + €50 for rental (estimate) = €110 total
- Roads/Routes: I-65 N, then I-80 W
Pro Tip: Keep snacks and drinks in the car, and plan a couple of rest stops to stretch and re-energize; consider a stop in Chicago to break the drive.
If you're up for a scenic road trip, the drive from Tuscaloosa to Galena offers beautiful views, especially during autumn when the leaves change color.
Train Travel
- Transport Mode: Train
- Companies: Amtrak
- Duration: Approximately 12 hours
- Distance: 570 miles
- Costs: €100 - €150
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book sleeper accommodations for long trips on Amtrak for a more comfortable journey. Bring your own food onboard to save on meal prices.
Traveling by train can be a very relaxing way to see the countryside as you make your way to Galena.
Recommendation
Considering the time efficiency and connection to a rental car service for further travel, I recommend flying for a seamless journey from Tuscaloosa to Galena. The combined experience of air travel and a scenic drive from Chicago to Galena will be memorable!