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Pros: Que puedas disfrutar de el paisaje y conocer otro lugar en el transcurso. Cons: Me parece bien. Tips: Que es un transporte seguro cómodo y puedes relacionarte con muchas personas. De otros lugares.
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You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Miami and Alexandria. The average train journey from Miami to Alexandria takes 24 hours and 45 minutes, but some Amtrak Silver Service train trips are as short as 22 hours and 44 minutes.
Distance | 920 mi (1480 km) |
Fastest train | 22h 44m |
Lowest price | $126.00 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Silver Service |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Miami to Alexandria
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Pros: Que puedas disfrutar de el paisaje y conocer otro lugar en el transcurso. Cons: Me parece bien. Tips: Que es un transporte seguro cómodo y puedes relacionarte con muchas personas. De otros lugares.
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Miami to Alexandria was $160.59. This is somewhat expensive compared to other train fares, but it makes sense given the route’s long distance. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 27 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $202.03 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Miami to Alexandria will range from $156 to $201. If you're planning to travel by train to Alexandria in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Miami you can find in the next 7 days is $162. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
If you're looking to save on your train trip from Miami to Alexandria, book online with Wanderu at least 27 days in advance. That way, you’ll save $202.03 compared to booking your ticket last minute.
Amtrak Silver Service is the one and only train line which connects Miami to Alexandria. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Silver Service | 2 | 1d 0h 46m | $188.78 |
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 Miami to Alexandria start from $126 and the average train journey lasts about 24 hours and 46 minutes.
The distance between Miami and Alexandria is approximately 920 miles, or 1480 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 24 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 22 hours and 44 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 Miami 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 Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Miami at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. 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 Miami 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 Miami.
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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.
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Link to image attributionThe Amtrak Station at 8303 NW 37th Ave in Miami opened in 1978 as the southern destination of Amtrak's Silver Service trains. Parking is available at the station, and at the large waiting area inside, you'll find vending machines, restrooms, and on-site Amtrak customer service staff. The train station is located in the Hialeah area of Miami, just a few blocks from the Tri-Rail and Metrorail Transfer Station, making it easy to connect with public transit lines to other areas of sunny Miami.
8303 NW 37th Ave
Alexandria has one train station.
110 Callahan Dr
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