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Trip Summary
There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Ashland to Alexandria. Traveling by train from Ashland to Alexandria usually takes one hour and 42 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in one hour and 33 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 33m |
| Lowest price | $17.00 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Ashland to Alexandria?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Ashland, VA and Alexandria, VA cost $23.48, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 24 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $12.15 more.
Average train ticket prices from Ashland to Alexandria by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Ashland to Alexandria is expected to fluctuate between $19 and $55 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 Ashland is $19.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Ashland to Alexandria on Wanderu at least 24 days ahead of time, you can save about $12.15 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Ashland to Alexandria?
2 train services operate from Ashland to Alexandria. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 41m | $36.96 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 5 | 1h 43m | $28.51 |
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 Ashland to Alexandria every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $17.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 5 daily train trips from Ashland to Alexandria, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Ashland to Alexandria
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Ashland to Alexandria. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Ashland at 6:00am 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.
There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Ashland to Alexandria.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to Ashland.
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 Ashland?
Main departure station: 112 N Railroad Ave
There is one train station in Ashland.
All train stations in Ashland:
112 N Railroad Ave
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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