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Columbia to Alexandria Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Columbia to Alexandria. Traveling by train from Columbia to Alexandria usually takes 10 hours and 21 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 399 mi (642 km) |
| Fastest train | 10h 21m |
| Lowest price | DKK 440.12 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Floridian |
| Train lines | 2 |
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What is the price of a train ticket from Columbia to Alexandria?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Columbia to Alexandria was DKK 653.71. Tickets for this route are somewhat expensive, given the distance between Columbia and Alexandria. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Alexandria if you book your train tickets at least 11 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra DKK 184.85.
Monthly avg. prices
You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Columbia to Alexandria, with the average price at just DKK 524. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in December, when the average price goes up to DKK 1,113. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Columbia to Alexandria on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time, you can save about DKK 184.85 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Columbia to Alexandria?
2 train services operate from Columbia to Alexandria. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 10h 21m | DKK 766.72 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 10h 21m | DKK 739.92 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Columbia to Alexandria every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 440.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Columbia to Alexandria start from DKK 440, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Alexandria. Amtrak Floridian in Columbia leaves from 850 Pulaski St . And in Alexandria trains arrive at 110 Callahan Dr .
From Columbia to Alexandria train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 10 hours and 21 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 Columbia.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Columbia to Alexandria
The distance between Columbia and Alexandria is approximately 399 miles, or 642 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 21 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 from Columbia 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Columbia at 4:00am and arrives in Alexandria around 10 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Alexandria with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to Columbia.
City Information
Columbia
As the capital city of South Carolina, Columbia offers plenty of historic attractions and exciting activities that will keep tourists of all ages satisfied. Sitting at the heart of the city is the South Carolina State Museum, which boasts the most impressive collection of permanent and changing exhibits in the state, as well as in the Southeast. One of the top highlights of the museum is its amazing planetarium that has a height of 55 feet. If you are traveling with kids, EdVenture should certainly be on your list. The museum’s prime attraction is a giant 10-year-old with his own fake digestive tracts and vertebrae, allowing kids to explore anatomy with ease. Nature lovers should not miss out on the chance to enjoy an outdoor day at Lake Murray, which features a vast range of activities such as boating, fishing, paddling, etc.
Columbia features an exciting food scene that is brimming with new talents. For an amazing lunch, The Gourmet Shop and their famous chicken salad will be a great choice. If you wish to enjoy a dinner with wine, Lula Drake is the place to be.
Columbia’s principal bus station is located 710-A Buckner Rd on the outskirts of the city. The main Amtrak train station is located on Pulaski St in the heart of downtown near the University of South Carolina campus. Columbia is served by Amtrak’s Silver Service line. The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is the main airport and it is located five miles southwest of the city.
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 Columbia?
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Main departure station: 850 Pulaski St
The Columbia Amtrak Station at 850 Pulaski St is the only train station in Columbia, SC. The station is served by the Amtrak Silver Star train, which travels from New York City to Miami. Built in 1991, the Columbia Station is a steel structure located three miles from the city's downtown area and not far from the University of South Carolina campus. It offers an indoor waiting area, an information kiosk, and restrooms. The station was moved to the current Pulaski Street site from Gervais Street, where the former red-brick Seaboard Air Line and Amtrak station stood.
All train stations in Columbia:
850 Pulaski St
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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