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Florence to Alexandria Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Florence and Alexandria. The average train journey from Florence to Alexandria takes 7 hours and 29 minutes, but some Amtrak Silver Service train trips are as short as 7 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 352 mi (567 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 22m |
| Lowest price | PLN 233.88 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Palmetto |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Florence to Alexandria?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Florence to Alexandria was PLN 353.37. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 22 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around PLN 166.09 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Florence to Alexandria by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Florence to Alexandria is expected to fluctuate between PLN 327 and PLN 856 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Alexandria in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Florence is PLN 327.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Florence to Alexandria on Wanderu at least 22 days ahead of time, you can save about PLN 166.09 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Florence to Alexandria?
2 train services operate from Florence to Alexandria. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 7h 37m | PLN 408.63 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 7h 22m | PLN 560.36 |
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from Florence to Alexandria is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
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 Florence to Alexandria start from PLN 385 and the average train journey lasts about 7 hours and 22 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Florence to Alexandria
The distance between Florence and Alexandria is approximately 352 miles, or 567 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 22 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 Florence 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Florence at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 Florence 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 Florence.
City Information
Florence
Florence is a hidden gem in the northeast of South Carolina. Though best known for its history as a significant railway hub, Florence is a modern city with activities and sights to fill a weekend getaway or a longer vacation.
Every November, Florence goes nuts during the SC Pecan Music and Food Festival, an event hosted downtown to celebrate the beloved pecan. If you're in town during the festival, check out the car show, live music, half marathon, and other associated events to get to know Florence locals and culture.
Florence is a year-round destination for outdoor recreation. Golf is a favorite among Florence residents, so upgrade from mini-golf and try the real thing. Traces Golf Club welcomes golfers of all skill levels, don't worry. Don't leave Florence without spending a day at Lynches River County Park, the starting point of the 66-mile South Carolina Revolutionary Rivers Trail. You can kayak or canoe throughout the county, following the swampy path that allowed American patriots to evade British troops in the American Revolution.
Florence Regional Airport operates limited flights to connect to Charlotte, but most paths to Florence involve some kind of ground travel. Amtrak's Palmetto and Silver Service trains stop in Florence, with connections to New York and Washington to the north and Orlando and Miami to the south. Greyhound and Southeastern Stages offer intercity bus service to Florence that connects the city to other destinations throughout the South.
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 Florence?
Main departure station: 805 E Day St
There is one train station in Florence.
All train stations in Florence:
805 E Day 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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