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Trip Summary
You can pick from 11 daily train trips between Concord and Alexandria. The average train journey from Concord to Alexandria takes 16 hours and 47 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 11 hours and 7 minutes.
Distance | 418 mi (673 km) |
Fastest train | 11h 7m |
Lowest price | $76.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Concord to Alexandria?
The average price for a train ticket from Concord to Alexandria is $146.52, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 27 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $122.17 more.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Concord to Alexandria will cost between $114 and $239. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Concord to Alexandria on Wanderu at least 27 days ahead of time, you can save about $122.17 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Concord to Alexandria?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Concord to Alexandria. However, there are 11 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 11 | 16h 48m | $196.86 |
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 11 Amtrak trains from Concord to Alexandria every day, as well as 12 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $76.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Concord and Alexandria is approximately 418 miles, or 673 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 7 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.
Trains departing from Concord to Alexandria tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Concord at 3:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 11 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 Alexandria to Concord.
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 Concord?
Main departure station: Concord Transportation Center
There is one train station in Concord.
All train stations in Concord:
Concord Transportation Center
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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