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Alexandria to Raleigh Train Schedule

Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Alexandria to Raleigh. Traveling by train from Alexandria to Raleigh usually takes 5 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 5 hours and 32 minutes.

Distance227 mi (365 km)
Fastest train5h 32m
Lowest price$46.00
Trains per day3
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Carolinian
Train lines3

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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Alexandria to Raleigh

(Based on 5 ratings and reviews)

4.4

4.0

Vijay

July 8, 2025- Visiting friends

Amtrak Carolinian

Pros: Cheap & comfortable travel. A good value for money. Cons: The announcements are not clear & audible. Tips: It's cold inside. Take your jacket or shawl along.

4.0

James

February 9, 2024- Visiting family

Amtrak Silver Service

Pros: The trip going to Raleigh was fine besides the 1 hour delay. Cons: I guess better Preperation for scheduling & time arrivals. Fixing the Wifi would be plus as well.

5.0

Craig

November 17, 2022- Solo travel

Amtrak Silver Service

Pros: No delays. Good information was given about the stations when we were arriving. Cons: i wish we had wifi better signage for restrooms.

4.0

G K

August 13, 2022- Regular commuter

Amtrak Carolinian

Pros: Food in Cafeteria was excellent, Amtrak staffs were very kindly and interacting. Cons: Much better if free water is available inside train for all. Because from passengers to Amtrak employee, everyone gets thirsty. Tips: Please take care of your belongings.

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What is the price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Raleigh?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Raleigh was $53.20. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 15 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $43.36 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Alexandria to Raleigh by travel date

$120$80$40NovNov

For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Raleigh will range from $47 to $109. If you're planning to travel by train to Raleigh in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria you can find in the next 7 days is $48. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.

Monthly avg. prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during January. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Alexandria to Raleigh, with the average price at just $51. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in December, when the average price goes up to $81. 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

$125$100$75$50$253020100

Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Alexandria to Raleigh. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 15 days before departure, you can save around $43.36. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Which train should you take from Alexandria to Raleigh?

There are 3 train lines with service from Alexandria to Raleigh. There is only one daily train on each service.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak15h 32m$62.86
Amtrak Carolinian15h 57m$63.94

Amtrak Floridian

15h 33m$67.48

  • 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 Alexandria to Raleigh every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $47.

  • The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trips per day between Alexandria and Raleigh, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 5 hours and 57 minutes.

  • Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Alexandria to Raleigh start from $47, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Raleigh. Amtrak Floridian in Alexandria leaves from 110 Callahan Dr . And in Raleigh trains arrive at Union Station .

    From Alexandria to Raleigh train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 5 hours and 33 minutes. If you are looking to get to Raleigh faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 32 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Raleigh on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Alexandria.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alexandria to Raleigh

The distance between Alexandria and Raleigh is approximately 227 miles, or 365 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 32 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.

Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alexandria to Raleigh. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Alexandria at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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.

Raleigh

As an up-and-coming smart city, Raleigh has a wide range of activities that will satisfy all kinds of travelers. One of the most famous destinations in the city is the Neuse River Trail, which boasts 28 miles of a scenic path running through Wake Forest. It goes through not only forests but also wetlands, allowing walkers and cyclists to take a breather from the concrete jungle and be one with nature. Raleigh is also a famous research city, so it makes sense to visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. With a permanent collection that attracts all ages, including whale skeletons and seahorse diorama, the museum is a great spot that you should not miss out on. If you wish to go shopping the old-fashioned way, the Raleigh City Market, which opened more than a century ago, allows you to meander through various small boutiques.

Raleigh’s reputation as a foodie haven is on a steady rise, and it currently houses five different establishments by chef Ashley Christensen, of which Poole’s Diner is particularly noteworthy. If you are looking for authentic North Carolina-style barbecues, Clyde Cooper’s stands among the most popular choices.

Raleigh’s main bus station is located outside of the city center at 2210 Capital Blvd. The city’s Amtrak station is one of the busiest in the country, and there are daily trains running from Raleigh to New York City, Charlotte and Miami, among other places. The principal airport in the region is the Raleigh–Durham International Airport, which is northwest of Downtown.

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 Raleigh?

Union Station - RGHAMT3-0

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Union Station - RGHAMT3-1

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Main arrival station: Union Station

The new multi-million dollar facility of Raleigh’s Union Station has quickly become one of the busiest train stations in North Carolina. Since opening in 2018, the station has expanded to serve over 150,000 passengers every year. Raleigh Union Station is an Amtrak station with routes connecting to major cities along the East Coast, including trips to New York City on the Carolinian or as far as Miami on Amtrak’s Silver Service. In addition, Amtrak’s Piedmont service from Charlotte ends its route in Raleigh. The station is a multi-level facility with tracks on the lower platform and retail shops on the main levels. It’s located in the heart of downtown, within a short walk of Nash Square, the CAM Raleigh art museum, and various restaurant options.

All train stations in Raleigh:

  • Union Station

  • 1025 Blue Ridge Rd

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