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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Winter Haven and Alexandria. The average train journey from Winter Haven to Alexandria takes 20 hours and 51 minutes, but some Amtrak Silver Service train trips are as short as 18 hours and 46 minutes.
Distance | 792 mi (1275 km) |
Fastest train | 18h 46m |
Lowest price | $149.00 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Silver Service |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Winter Haven to Alexandria?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Winter Haven and Alexandria cost $166.00, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 5 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $56.75 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Winter Haven to Alexandria?
Amtrak Silver Service is the one and only train line which connects Winter Haven to Alexandria. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Silver Service | 2 | 20h 51m | $197.75 |
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car. One-way train tickets for the Silver Service from Winter Haven to Alexandria start from $149 and the average train journey lasts about 20 hours and 51 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Winter Haven and Alexandria is approximately 792 miles, or 1275 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 20 hours and 51 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 18 hours and 46 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.
Trains from Winter Haven to Alexandria are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Winter Haven at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 Winter Haven twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Alexandria 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 Alexandria to Winter Haven.
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 Winter Haven?
Main departure station: 1800 7th Street SW
There is one train station in Winter Haven.
All train stations in Winter Haven:
1800 7th Street SW
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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