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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Alexandria to Yemassee. Traveling by train from Alexandria to Yemassee usually takes 10 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Silver Service train can make the trip in 9 hours and 59 minutes.
| Distance | 473 mi (761 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 59m |
| Lowest price | $90.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Silver Service |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Yemassee?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Alexandria to Yemassee was $101.00. Tickets for this route are somewhat expensive, given the distance between Alexandria and Yemassee. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Yemassee if you book your train tickets at least 10 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $74.20.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Alexandria to Yemassee?
2 train services operate from Alexandria to Yemassee. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 10h 5m | $125.00 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 9h 59m | $122.67 |
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from Alexandria to Yemassee is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
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 Alexandria to Yemassee start from $112 and the average train journey lasts about 9 hours and 59 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Alexandria and Yemassee is approximately 473 miles, or 761 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 2 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 59 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 departing from Alexandria to Yemassee tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Alexandria at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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. Luckily, both trains will get you to Yemassee 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 Yemassee 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 Yemassee?
Main arrival station: 15 Wall St
Yemassee has one train station.
All train stations in Yemassee:
15 Wall St
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