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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 14 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 | RON 140.63 |
| 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 month, the average price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry was RON 173.42. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 29 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 49.76 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry by month
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 RON 49.76 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 4m | RON 186.62 |
| Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 2h 25m | RON 197.19 |
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 RON 141.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry start from RON 177, 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
Trains from Alexandria to Harpers Ferry are the most crowded on Tuesday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Alexandria at 12:00pm 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. 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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