We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.

Know that most train companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. To review the latest news and updates on which companies have reduced routes, visit our COVID-19 Travel Alert.

In order to keep their vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, train companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

How do you find cheap train tickets from New York to Alexandria?

The most surefire way to find the lowest-priced train tickets is to plan ahead and book your train travel early. In the past 30 days, $62.38 was the cheapest average price users have found for trains from New York to Alexandria. By booking your trip 26 days before you plan to travel, you could save an average of $47.26 compared to a same-day fare.

How long is the train journey from New York to Alexandria?

The distance between New York and Alexandria is approximately 208 miles, or 335 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 27 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 58 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.

When are trains the most crowded?

Trains from New York to Alexandria are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

When are the first and last trains of the day?

The earliest train departs New York at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

How many trains per day run from New York to Alexandria?

There are 9 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Alexandria. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to New York. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York to Alexandria for $20.00.

What train services are there from New York to Alexandria?

There are 7 train lines with service from New York to Alexandria. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	5h 43m	$100.15
Amtrak Cardinal	1	4h 34m	$73.01
Amtrak Carolinian	1	4h 1m	$67.15
Amtrak Crescent	1	4h 34m	$74.82
Amtrak Northeast Regional	3	4h 30m	$69.97
Amtrak Palmetto	1	4h 12m	$81.69
Amtrak Silver Service	2	4h 26m	$75.44