5.0
Pros: Free WiFi and lots of leg room, enough room for my extra bag and a comfortable ride. Cons: letting people know the train number while getting ticket at the counter. Tips: bring snacks and a drink.
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There is one daily train from Alexandria to Spartanburg. Traveling by train from Alexandria to Spartanburg usually takes 9 hours and 32 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 379 mi (610 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 32m |
Lowest price | $98.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Crescent |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Alexandria to Spartanburg
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Free WiFi and lots of leg room, enough room for my extra bag and a comfortable ride. Cons: letting people know the train number while getting ticket at the counter. Tips: bring snacks and a drink.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Alexandria to Spartanburg was $98.00. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Spartanburg if you book your train tickets at least 23 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $45.00.
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Amtrak Crescent is the one and only train line which connects Alexandria to Spartanburg. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 9h 32m | $116.55 |
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom. Train trips from Alexandria to Spartanburg take about 9 hours and 32 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $81.
The distance between Alexandria and Spartanburg is approximately 379 miles, or 610 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 32 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 Alexandria to Spartanburg are the most crowded on Saturday. 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.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Alexandria at 6:00pm and arrives in Spartanburg around 9 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Spartanburg with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Spartanburg to 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.
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Spartanburg is a northern South Carolina city in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Also called The Hub City, it is a major railroad intersection that makes commuting easy. Spartanburg is located close to sandy beaches, high mountains, and the Eastern seaboard, which is ideal for nature lovers. Since it's close to the beach, you can enjoy water activities. Spartanburg offers history in the Spartanburg Regional History Museum, which displays textiles and artifacts, while the Croft State Park is best for fishing enthusiasts. Explore ponds and woodland paths, and go butterfly-watching at the Hatcher Garden.
In the Spartanburg downtown cultural district, you can visit performance venues, galleries, and the Spartanburg Art Museum with an impressive art collection. The city is also home to a vibrant food scene, with local favorites like Cribbs Kitchen and Mon Amie. Spartanburg also features craft breweries and wine bars, with the exciting Spartanburg International Festival held every year.
You can easily get to Spartanburg by bus, with routes offered Tornado Bus and Wanda Coach. There are also train routes to Spartanburg provided by Amtrak and Amtrak Crescent.
There is one train station in Alexandria.
110 Callahan Dr
Spartanburg has one train station.
290 Magnolia St
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