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Cheap train tickets from High Point to Alexandria
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from High Point to Alexandria. Travelling by train from High Point to Alexandria usually takes 7 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Crescent train can make the trip in 6 hours and 18 minutes.
- Distance
- 255 mi (411 km)
- Fastest train
- 6h 18m
- Lowest price
- £47.44
- Trains per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Carolinian
- Train lines
- 3
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High Point to Alexandria Train Timetable
There are several train options that can take you from High Point to Alexandria:
- Amtrak tickets: £59 one-way
- Amtrak Carolinian tickets: £44 one-way
- Amtrak Crescent tickets: £64 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from High Point to Alexandria?
In the last month, train tickets from High Point to Alexandria cost about £59 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 27 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £86.57 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from High Point to Alexandria by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from High Point to Alexandria will cost between £52 and £231. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from High Point to Alexandria by month
Ticket prices for the train from High Point to Alexandria often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only £60. If you're thinking of travelling from High Point to Alexandria during November, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £147 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in November, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from High Point to Alexandria on Wanderu at least 27 days ahead of time, you can save about £86.57 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from High Point to Alexandria?
There are 3 train lines with service from High Point to Alexandria. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 8h 43m | £94.72 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 8h 2m | £82.10 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 6h 18m | £138.80 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway 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 toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from High Point to Alexandria every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £59.30.
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 trip per day between High Point and Alexandria, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power sockets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is £82.10, and the trip usually lasts around 8 hours and 2 minutes.
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 sockets and extra legroom. Train trips from High Point to Alexandria take about 6 hours and 18 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from £63.74.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from High Point to Alexandria
Trains leave the station in High Point twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Alexandria with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains. You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to High Point.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
The distance between High Point and Alexandria is approximately 255 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 14 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 18 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 patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
255
Distance (km)
411
The earliest train departs High Point at 7:01 while the last train of the day leaves at 8:12. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
7:01am
Last train
8:12am
Trains from High Point to Alexandria are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Saturday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
High Point
High Point is a city located in the Piedmont region, just outside Greensboro. It's the only city in North Carolina that extends into four counties. High Point is known for having quirky outdoor attractions, like the World's Largest Chest of Drawers and the Kersey Valley Spookywoods. Depending on your preference, the city also has family-friendly locations like pools, water parks, amusement rides, ziplining, and nature parks, from the Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park to the High Point City Lake Park. High Point has several history and art museums, including the High Point Museum and Nido & Mariana Qubein Children's Museum.
As for nightlife, High Point has a lot of locations for its adults, ranging from bars and taverns to dance nightclubs and sports bars. High Point also has several breweries and wineries in the city that contribute to the nightlife. Downtown High Point is the entertainment district, popular for the High Point Market and other local stores and restaurants.
High Point is easy to visit by train or coach from neighbouring cities. Amtrak, Amtrak Crescent, Amtrak Piedmont, and Amtrak Carolinian provide the train lines to the city, while the Tornado Bus provides the coach lines. The High Point Transit System provides the transport system in the city.
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 pavements 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 transport 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 High Point?
Main departure station: 100 W High Ave
There is one train station in High Point.
All train stations in High Point:
- 100 W High Ave
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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