5.0
Pros: The Train was really neat. And I was pleasantly surprised when the bus was right outside the train station! How neat. Cons: Nothing. Was a nice trip.
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Trip Summary
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Alexandria and Virginia Beach. The average train journey from Alexandria to Virginia Beach takes 5 hours and 19 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 5 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 147 mi (236 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 3m |
| Lowest price | €38.64 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Overall score for trains from Alexandria to Virginia Beach
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
What is the price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Virginia Beach?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Alexandria and Virginia Beach cost €41.54, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Virginia Beach. Booking your trip at least 29 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €31.53 more.
Average prices by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Virginia Beach is expected to fluctuate between €41 and €60 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Virginia Beach in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Alexandria is €41.
Monthly average prices
Mark your calendar for August if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Virginia Beach. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of €37. If you're planning a trip from Alexandria to Virginia Beach during October, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about €111 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Alexandria to Virginia Beach. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 29 days before departure, you can save around €31.53. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Alexandria to Virginia Beach?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Alexandria to Virginia Beach. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 5 | 5h 19m | €50.78 |
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 5 Amtrak trains from Alexandria to Virginia Beach every day, as well as 5 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €39.
Frequently Asked Questions
While the train is the main method of transportation from Alexandria to Virginia Beach, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
The distance between Alexandria and Virginia Beach is approximately 147 miles, or 236 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 3 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alexandria to Virginia Beach. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday 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 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. 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 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Virginia Beach 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 favorite 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.
Virginia Beach
While boasting a suburban atmosphere that will make anyone jealous of an East Coast life, Virginia Beach is the largest city in Virginia by population and one of the state's best destinations. Positioned at the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, its primary focus has always been its oceanfront location.
In the record books as having the longest pleasure beach in the world, the soft golden sands of Virginia Beach stretch for miles. One of the best ways to enjoy it is to take a stroll or bike along the three-mile boardwalk lined with cafés.
A block back, Atlantic Avenue plays host to Virginia Beach's dining scene, which incorporates everything from well-known names to family-run restaurants specializing in the bay's seafood.
But for all the glitz and glamour of Atlantic Avenue, it's Virginia Beach's natural splendors that will have you coming back again and again. As it twists with the coastline to become Shore Drive, you'll reach First Landing State Park. It preserves the spot at which English colonists first arrived on U.S. soil in 1607 after a five-month voyage. Meanwhile, out to sea, there's a chance to spot humpback whales and bottlenose dolphins.
The city’s central location on the Atlantic coastline means there are many destinations you can visit from Virginia Beach for very cheap. The busiest terminus in Virginia Beach is on Northampton Boulevard. It sees buses reach New York City in around eight hours. Head to Norfolk, and you can also jump on Amtrak's Northeast Regional train service to Boston.
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 Virginia Beach?
Main arrival station: Park Avenue & 20th Street
Virginia Beach has one train station.
Train stations in Virginia Beach:
Park Avenue & 20th Street
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