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Trip Summary

You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Alexandria and Woodbridge. The average train journey from Alexandria to Woodbridge takes 17 minutes, but some Amtrak Northeast Regional train trips are as short as 16 minutes.

Distance15 mi (24 km)
Fastest train0h 16m
Lowest price£7.88
Trains per day3
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines1

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

The average price for a train ticket from Alexandria to Woodbridge is £9.53, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 29 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay £4.48 more.

Average train ticket prices from Alexandria to Woodbridge by travel date

£24£16£8DecDec

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Woodbridge will cost between £8 and £17. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Monthly average prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during September. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Alexandria to Woodbridge, with the average price at just £7. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in December, when the average price goes up to £13. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

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If you're looking to save on your train trip from Alexandria to Woodbridge, book online with Wanderu at least 29 days in advance. That way, you’ll save £4.48 compared to booking your ticket last minute.

Which train should you take from Alexandria to Woodbridge?

Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Alexandria to Woodbridge. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Northeast Regional30h 17m£12.10
  • 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 3 daily train trips from Alexandria to Woodbridge, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alexandria to Woodbridge

The distance between Alexandria and Woodbridge is approximately 15 miles, or 24 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 16 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Woodbridge.

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

The earliest train departs Alexandria at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. 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 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Alexandria to Woodbridge.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Woodbridge 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.

Woodbridge

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Just 20 miles south of Washington DC, Woodbridge is located in Prince William County, Virginia. The city is a popular spot to stay when visiting the many Virginia state parks in the area, such as Leesylvania State Park on the Potomac River. The park is idyllic for swimming, hiking, or boating on sunny days. Head to the (free!) Occoquan Bay Wildlife Refuge to see some local bird species along its four miles of trails.

Potomac Mills is the area's major shopping outlet for some retail therapy. But, obviously, it also houses a number of excellent local restaurants and cafes, and you can also find some local eateries while exploring Potomac Town Center, including locally popular authentic African cuisine and Indian restaurants.

Prince William Parkway directly links Woodbridge to the I-95, so you can start many cross-country routes from this area. Amtrak Northeast Regional trains and local VRE trains connect to Washington, D.C., and beyond. SprinterBus services that stop in Woodbridge connect to New York.

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 Woodbridge?

Main arrival station: 1040 Express Way

Woodbridge has one train station.

Train stations in Woodbridge:

  • 1040 Express Way

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