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Alexandria to Winter Haven Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Alexandria and Winter Haven. The average train journey from Alexandria to Winter Haven takes 21 hours and 8 minutes, but some Amtrak Silver Service train trips are as short as 18 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 792 mi (1275 km) |
| Fastest train | 18h 45m |
| Lowest price | $214.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Floridian |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Alexandria to Winter Haven?
2 train services operate from Alexandria to Winter Haven. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 23h 30m | $305.00 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 18h 45m | $321.00 |
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Alexandria to Winter Haven start from $214, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Winter Haven. Amtrak Floridian in Alexandria leaves from 110 Callahan Dr . And in Winter Haven trains arrive at 1800 7th Street SW .
From Alexandria to Winter Haven train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 23 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Winter Haven faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 18 hours and 45 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Winter Haven on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Alexandria.
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 Alexandria to Winter Haven start from $320 and the average train journey lasts about 18 hours and 45 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alexandria to Winter Haven
The distance between Alexandria and Winter Haven is approximately 792 miles, or 1275 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 21 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 18 hours and 45 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Alexandria to Winter Haven on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday 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 Alexandria at 2:00pm 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.
Trains leave the station in Alexandria twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Winter Haven 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 Winter Haven to Alexandria.
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 Alexandria?
Main departure station: 110 Callahan Dr
There is one train station in Alexandria.
All train stations in Alexandria:
110 Callahan Dr
Where is the train station in Winter Haven?
Main arrival station: 1800 7th Street SW
Winter Haven has one train station.
All train stations in Winter Haven:
1800 7th Street SW
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