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Trip Summary

10 trains operate daily from Alexandria to Wilmington. The train trip from Alexandria to Wilmington is usually about 2 hours and 33 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 17 minutes.

Distance103 mi (166 km)
Fastest train2h 17m
Lowest price£15.84
Trains per day10
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines4

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from Alexandria to Wilmington

(Based on 4 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

RITA

1 August 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: I appreciated the helpfulness of all the workers, from the train attendants to the cleaning staff. I never rode the train before and it was my first time in this city. I felt safe and very confident that I was headed in the right direction. Thank you. Cons: Maybe the train restrooms. They could, if possible, be checked and sprayed regularly. Tips: Purchasing food and drinks are expensive. Bring your own food and drinks.

5.0

Tracy

17 July 2022- Visiting friends

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Great value for the price and none of the stress of driving home with weekend shore travelers. Cons: N/a. Tips: N/a.

5.0

Luann

27 August 2019- Solo travel

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: When I got to the train station for my 8:25 train to Wilmington the woman working at the service desk actually got me on a earlier train that left 20 minutes before my train! That was great! Cons: Not a thing!

5.0

Janice

24 August 2019- Visiting family

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Pros: Everything was easy and accessible. Cons: Not sure. ETA’s will always change a traffic dictates.

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

In the last month, £33.06 was the average price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Wilmington. This is a good price that is inexpensive compared to most train fares. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 28 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £29.77 more than that for a same-day booking.

Average prices by travel date

£59£40£20MarApr

For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Wilmington will range from £23 to £59. If you're planning to travel by train to Wilmington in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria you can find in the next 7 days is £32. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.

Monthly average prices

£59£48£36£24£12AMJJASONDJFM
Mark your calendar for January if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Wilmington. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of £35. If you're planning a trip from Alexandria to Wilmington during November, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about £53 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Prices as travel date approaches

£79£63£48£32£163020100

Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Alexandria to Wilmington. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 28 days before departure, you can save around £29.77. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from Alexandria to Wilmington?

There are 4 train lines with service from Alexandria to Wilmington. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 8 trains each day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak12h 38m£56.97
Amtrak Carolinian12h 33m£57.71
Amtrak Northeast Regional82h 31m£43.56
Amtrak Palmetto12h 54m£35.45
  • 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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Alexandria to Wilmington every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £27.

  • 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 Alexandria and Wilmington, 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 2 hours and 33 minutes.

  • 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. With 8 daily train trips from Alexandria to Wilmington, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

  • 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. Traveling from Alexandria to Wilmington is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Alexandria and Wilmington is approximately 103 miles, or 166 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 17 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Alexandria to Wilmington are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Alexandria at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 10 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Alexandria to Wilmington.

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

City Information

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.

Wilmington

Wilmington is a major city in Delaware, established at the site of the first Swedish settlement in North America. The charming city, at the confluence of the Brandywine River and Christina River, offers easy connections to the lush countryside of Brandywine Valley. Thanks to the venerable du Pont family, who established the DuPont Company in Wilmington in 1802, the city is filled with grand estates and magnificent gardens for visitors to enjoy. The Hagley Museum & Library is the ultimate example. The expansive complex includes the first home of the du Pont family, powder yards from the company's initial gunpowder mill, and a Renaissance-style garden complete with terraces.

To dive deeper into the city's history, check out the Fort Christina State Park, the site of Wilmington's original Swedish settlement over 400 years ago. Other popular attractions include the Delaware Art Museum and Brandywine Zoo.

Wilmington is easy to access from most of the mid-Atlantic region and is located between Philadelphia and Washington. In 2011, the city's Amtrak train station was renamed the Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Railroad Station in honor of rail enthusiast Joe Biden, who often commuted via Amtrak from Wilmington to Washington during his time as a Senator. Coaches from Wilmington also connect to cities like New York, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Since the regional Wilmington Airport does not offer civilian flights, travellers can easily take a coach to the airport in Philadelphia for any air travel out of the area.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Alexandria?

Main departure station: 110 Callahan Dr

There is one train station in Alexandria.

All train stations in Alexandria:

  • 110 Callahan Dr

Where is the train station in Wilmington?

Main arrival station: Amtrak/SEPTA Station

Wilmington has one train station.

Train stations in Wilmington:

  • Amtrak/SEPTA Station

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