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Alexandria to Harpers Ferry Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry. Traveling by train from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry usually takes 3 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 52 mi (83 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 25m |
| Lowest price | CHF 19.97 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry was CHF 30.60. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Harpers Ferry if you book your train tickets at least 29 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra CHF 5.14.
Average train ticket prices from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry is expected to fluctuate between CHF 27 and CHF 49 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Harpers Ferry in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Alexandria is CHF 29.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about CHF 5.14 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry?
2 train services operate from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 4h 37m | CHF 35.34 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 2h 25m | CHF 35.04 |
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 Harpers Ferry every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 20.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry start from CHF 20, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Harpers Ferry. Amtrak Floridian in Alexandria leaves from 110 Callahan Dr . And in Harpers Ferry trains arrive at Potomac St & Shenandoah St .
From Alexandria to Harpers Ferry train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 2 hours and 25 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Harpers Ferry 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 Harpers Ferry
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Alexandria at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Harpers Ferry faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Harpers Ferry 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 Harpers Ferry?
Main arrival station: Potomac St & Shenandoah St
Harpers Ferry has one train station.
All train stations in Harpers Ferry:
Potomac St & Shenandoah St
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