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Cheap train tickets from Alexandria to Cary
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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Alexandria to Cary. Travelling by train from Alexandria to Cary usually takes 6 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in 5 hours and 57 minutes.
- Distance
- 229 mi (368 km)
- Fastest train
- 5h 57m
- Lowest price
- US$52.00
- Trains per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Carolinian
- Train lines
- 3
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There are several train options that can take you from Alexandria to Cary:
- Amtrak tickets: US$62 one-way
- Amtrak Carolinian tickets: US$52 one-way
- Amtrak Floridian tickets: US$52 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Cary?
In the last month, train tickets from Alexandria to Cary cost about US$64 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 14 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around US$46.97 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Alexandria to Cary by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Cary will cost between US$52 and US$145. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Alexandria to Cary by month
Ticket prices for the train from Alexandria to Cary 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 US$59. If you're thinking of travelling from Alexandria to Cary during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$121 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Alexandria to Cary on Wanderu at least 14 days ahead of time, you can save about US$46.97 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Alexandria to Cary?
There are 3 train lines with service from Alexandria to Cary. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 6h 37m | US$104.08 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 6h 5m | US$82.00 |
| Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 5h 57m | US$70.81 |
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 Alexandria to Cary every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from US$62.
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 Alexandria and Cary, 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 US$82, and the trip usually lasts around 6 hours and 5 minutes.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Alexandria to Cary start from US$52, and on average cost US$70.81. Daily, Amtrak Floridian runs one schedule to Cary. Amtrak Floridian in Alexandria leaves from 110 Callahan Dr. And in Cary trains arrive at 211 N Academy St.
From Alexandria to Cary train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 5 hours and 57 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Cary on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost US$52 for a one-way weekend reservation from Alexandria.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Alexandria to Cary
Trains leave the station in Alexandria twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Cary 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 Cary to Alexandria.
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
The distance between Alexandria and Cary is approximately 229 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 57 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)
229
Distance (km)
368
The earliest train departs Alexandria at 11:26 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:09. 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
11:26am
Last train
2:09pm
Trains from Alexandria to Cary are the most crowded on Monday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Wednesday
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 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.
Cary
Cary is a town in North Carolina's Research Triangle and a fast-growing suburb of Raleigh. Known for its robust dining scene and the sports teams it hosts, Cary is a top destination in the Raleigh-Durham area. North Carolina FC and North Carolina Courage share the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, and the city also hosts the USA Baseball National Training Complex, where you can attend many amateur and pre-professional baseball events throughout the year.
Outdoor enthusiasts can check out hiking and running trails on the Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve and American Tobacco Trail, a 22-mile rail-trail from Durham to Wake County.
The city of Cary also features a bustling craft beer scene, best experienced at one of its taverns, pubs, ale houses, or breweries. Fortnight Brewing Company and Bond Brothers Beer Company are two of many to check out. Downtown Cary is a charming neighbourhood teeming with cafes, art centres, neighbourhood bars, boutique hotels, and outdoor green spaces. Of course, the highlight of any visit to Cary is its dining scene: lick the barbecue sauce from your fingers at Brew N Que or savor a pastry at La Farm Bakery.
Three Amtrak trains, the Carolinian, Piedmont, and Silver Service, stop in Cary on their north-south routes. Train service makes it easy to reach Charlotte, New York, and Miami from Cary. Access intercity coach service in nearby Raleigh, where Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and more provide service to destinations throughout the South and the country at large.
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 Cary?
Main arrival station: 211 N Academy St
Cary has one train station.
Train stations in Cary:
- 211 N Academy St
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