Cheap train tickets from Quantico to Alexandria

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Trip Summary

There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Quantico to Alexandria. Traveling by train from Quantico to Alexandria usually takes 37 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 32 minutes.

Distance: 23 mi (38 km)
Fastest train: 32m
Lowest price: CZK 217.63
Trains per day: 5
Most frequent service: Amtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines: 3

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Quantico to Alexandria Train Schedule

There are several train options that can take you from Quantico to Alexandria:

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Quantico to Alexandria was CZK 315.57. This is basically as cheap as train fares can get. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 22 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 213.28 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Quantico to Alexandria by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Quantico to Alexandria will cost between CZK 261 and CZK 479. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Quantico to Alexandria by month

Ticket prices for the train from Quantico to Alexandria often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only CZK 392. If you're thinking of traveling from Quantico to Alexandria during March, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 544 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in March, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Quantico to Alexandria on Wanderu at least 22 days ahead of time, you can save about CZK 213.28 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Quantico to Alexandria?

There are 3 train lines with service from Quantico to Alexandria. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	38m	CZK 413.50
Amtrak Carolinian	1	38m	CZK 719.90
Amtrak Northeast Regional	4	36m	CZK 388.33

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 Quantico and Alexandria, 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 CZK 719.90, and the trip usually lasts around 0 hours and 38 minutes.
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 4 daily train trips from Quantico to Alexandria, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Quantico to Alexandria

There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Quantico to Alexandria. You can also take a train for your return trip from Alexandria to Quantico.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Quantico and Alexandria is approximately 23 miles, or 38 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 32 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Alexandria.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The earliest train departs Quantico at 7:14am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:43pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

7:14am

Last train

7:43pm

Trains from Quantico to Alexandria are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Quantico

Quantico, made famous by several TV shows, is a real town in Prince William, Virginia. Quantico is about 36 miles outside of Washington, DC. Marine Corps Base Quantico is the largest Marine Corps base in the United States. Other agencies, such as the FBI Academy and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, are also located on the base, though sadly, NCIS isn't actually filmed there.

Quantico has something for everyone. For gym addicts, there are four of the best gyms in the town, and one of them is a highly recommended Crossfit gym. In addition, there are movie theatres, museums, golf parks, and many more rivers and lakes. If you want a great all-rounder-town, then Quantico is the one you should visit.

The Amtrak Northeast Regional and Amtrak Carolinian stop in Quantico from Baltimore, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York. If you're driving, know that you'll have to pass through the Marine Corps Base and present valid driver's license to pass on to town.

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 Quantico?

Main departure station: 550 Railroad Ave - inside Marine Corps base

There is one train station in Quantico.

All train stations in Quantico:

550 Railroad Ave - inside Marine Corps base

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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