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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Tuscaloosa to Alexandria. The train trip from Tuscaloosa to Alexandria is usually about 21 hours and 5 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 703 mi (1131 km) |
| Fastest train | 21h 5m |
| Lowest price | $155.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Tuscaloosa to Alexandria?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Tuscaloosa and Alexandria cost $155.00, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 17 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $72.00 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Tuscaloosa to Alexandria?
Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Tuscaloosa to Alexandria. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 21h 6m | $208.82 |
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 outlets and extra legroom. Train trips from Tuscaloosa to Alexandria take about 21 hours and 6 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $155.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Tuscaloosa and Alexandria is approximately 703 miles, or 1131 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 21 hours and 5 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Tuscaloosa to Alexandria on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Tuscaloosa at 3:00pm and arrives in Alexandria around 21 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Alexandria with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to Tuscaloosa.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Tuscaloosa?
Main departure station: 2105 Greensboro Ave
There is one train station in Tuscaloosa.
All train stations in Tuscaloosa:
2105 Greensboro Ave
Where is the train station in Alexandria?
Main arrival station: 110 Callahan Dr
Alexandria has one train station.
All train stations in Alexandria:
110 Callahan Dr
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