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How to get to Alexandria by train
| Routes | 173 |
| Trips per day | 811 |
| train lines | 7 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About 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 favourite 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.
What train companies travel to Alexandria, Virginia?
Located in Virginia, Alexandria is accessible by train from 173 other cities. You can choose from 811 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Alexandria on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
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Train companies serving Alexandria
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 357 | 22h 8m | £149.63 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 45 | 3h 54m | £60.27 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 41 | 12h 12m | £108.00 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 31 | 5h 16m | £67.73 |
| Amtrak Cardinal | 28 | 6h 34m | £63.00 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 23 | 4h 21m | £42.81 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 20 | 3h 40m | £40.62 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car.
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom.
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café.
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 boasts seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way.
Which train carrier has the best service to Alexandria?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Alexandria by train with Amtrak Silver Service giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Cardinal had the most comfortable train service to Alexandria taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Cardinal offers. They rate Amtrak Cardinal a 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Alexandria punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Alexandria, rating them a 4.6 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Alexandria is 110 Callahan Dr. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Alexandria.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 1h 45m | £17.98 |
| Portland | 19h 13m | £167.49 |
| New York | 8h 43m | £120.80 |
| Newark | 4h 22m | £91.07 |
| Philadelphia | 2h 52m | £55.08 |
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