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Burlington - Alexandria Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Burlington to Alexandria. Traveling by train from Burlington to Alexandria usually takes around 7 hours and 14 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance229 mi (368 km)
Fastest train7h 14m
Lowest price$54.31
Trains per day1
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Carolinian
Train lines1

What is the price of a train ticket from Burlington to Alexandria?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Burlington, NC and Alexandria, VA cost $58.39, on average. This is a great bargain given the length of the route. Booking your trip at least 10 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $86.56 more.

Monthly average prices

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Mark your calendar for October if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Alexandria. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $79. If you're planning a trip from Burlington to Alexandria during December, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $100 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Burlington to Alexandria. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 10 days before departure, you can save around $86.56. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from Burlington to Alexandria?

Amtrak Carolinian is the one and only train line which connects Burlington to Alexandria. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Carolinian17h 14m$93.55
  • The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trips per day between Burlington and Alexandria, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 7 hours and 14 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Burlington and Alexandria is approximately 229 miles, or 368 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 14 minutes,

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Burlington to Alexandria. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Burlington at 8:00am and arrives in Alexandria around 7 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Alexandria with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to Burlington.

City Information

Burlington

Burlington, NC, US - BNC-0

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About halfway between Winston-Salem and Durham in North Carolina, Burlington is a bustling city originally named "Company Shops" because of the railroad offices and shops that the North Carolina Railroad Company established at the site. Though a small city, Burlington's community is a charming place to explore with all of the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.

Start at the Company Shops Depot, once the town's busy train station but now a venue for events and concerts. Next, learn about the War of the Regulation that occurred in North Carolina in 1771 by visiting the Alamance Battleground State Historic Site. If you're traveling with little ones, head to neighboring Graham to spend the day at the Children's Museum of Alamance County. Nature lovers can check out the Shallow Ford Natural Area and tours at Cedarock Park.

The nearest major airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport, about 45 minutes away from Burlington. You can take the Amtrak Carolinian or Piedmont directly into Burlington from New York, D.C., Charlotte, or Raleigh. Bus routes also make it easy to reach Burlington, especially on affordable Wanda Coach trips from New York.

Alexandria

Alexandria is a charming, historic city in Virginia, located just a few miles south of Washington, D.C., on the Potomac River. Alexandria's Old Town entrances visitors with its preserved brick sidewalks and 18th-century homes and buildings; you'll feel transported to the era of the city's founding in 1749. This quarter, especially along King Street, features boutiques, restaurants, and antique shops in quaint, intimate settings.

Thanks to its vicinity to the capital, Alexandria boasts a unique food scene with many high-class restaurants for you to enjoy. The most popular local establishments include The Warehouse, Chart House, and Chadwicks. You can even dine in Gadsby's Tavern, a favorite of some of the nation's founders in the 1780s, and learn more about early American life in the adjacent Gadsby's Tavern Museum.

Washington, D.C. and all its travel connections are only a water taxi away, but the city is also well-served by transportation options directly out of Alexandria. Intercity Amtrak routes regularly arrive at Alexandria Union Station, including the Northeast Regional, Silver Service, Crescent, Cardinal, and Carolinian. The two nearest airports to the city are the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and the Washington Dulles International Airport.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Burlington?

Main departure station: 101 N Main St

There is one train station in Burlington.

All train stations in Burlington:

  • 101 N Main St

Where is the train station in Alexandria?

Main arrival station: 110 Callahan Dr

Alexandria has one train station.

Train stations in Alexandria:

  • 110 Callahan Dr

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