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Rockville to Alexandria Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Rockville to Alexandria. Traveling by train from Rockville to Alexandria usually takes 5 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in one hour and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (32 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 44m |
| Lowest price | $27.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rockville to Alexandria?
2 train services operate from Rockville to Alexandria. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 4 | 5h 47m | $40.70 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 1h 45m | $42.26 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from Rockville to Alexandria every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $27.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Rockville to Alexandria start from $33, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Alexandria. Amtrak Floridian in Rockville leaves from 307 South Stonestreet Ave . And in Alexandria trains arrive at 110 Callahan Dr .
From Rockville to Alexandria train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 1 hours and 45 minutes. If you are looking to get to Alexandria faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 44 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 Rockville.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Rockville to Alexandria
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Rockville to Alexandria on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Rockville at 12:00pm 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.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Rockville to Alexandria. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to Rockville.
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 Rockville?
Main departure station: 307 South Stonestreet Ave
There is one train station in Rockville.
All train stations in Rockville:
307 South Stonestreet 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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