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Delray Beach to Alexandria Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Delray Beach to Alexandria. Traveling by train from Delray Beach to Alexandria usually takes 24 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Silver Service train can make the trip in 21 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 871 mi (1401 km) |
| Fastest train | 21h 37m |
| Lowest price | $128.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Floridian |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Delray Beach to Alexandria?
2 train services operate from Delray Beach to Alexandria. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 1d 2h 54m | $258.29 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 21h 38m | $288.71 |
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Delray Beach to Alexandria start from $128, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Alexandria. Amtrak Floridian in Delray Beach leaves from 345 South Congress Ave . And in Alexandria trains arrive at 110 Callahan Dr .
From Delray Beach to Alexandria train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 26 hours and 54 minutes. If you are looking to get to Alexandria faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 21 hours and 37 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Alexandria on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Delray Beach.
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car. One-way train tickets for the Silver Service from Delray Beach to Alexandria start from $192 and the average train journey lasts about 21 hours and 38 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Delray Beach to Alexandria
The distance between Delray Beach and Alexandria is approximately 871 miles, or 1401 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 24 hours and 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 21 hours and 37 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 Delray Beach to Alexandria on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Delray Beach at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Delray Beach twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Alexandria 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 Alexandria to Delray Beach.
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 Delray Beach?
Main departure station: 345 South Congress Ave
There is one train station in Delray Beach.
All train stations in Delray Beach:
345 South Congress 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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