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Alexandria - Quantico Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

6 trains operate daily from Alexandria to Quantico. The train trip from Alexandria to Quantico is usually about 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can get you there in as little as 25 minutes.

Distance23 mi (38 km)
Fastest train0h 25m
Lowest price$10.00
Trains per day6
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Northeast Regional
Train lines2

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Alexandria to Quantico was $10.46. 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 27 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $9.31 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average prices by travel date

$30$20$10AprMay

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Alexandria to Quantico will cost between $10 and $16. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Monthly avg. prices

$25$20$15$10$5MJJASONDJFMA
Mark your calendar for September if you want to score the cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Quantico. You’ll find the best deals during this time of year, when tickets cost an average of $9. If you're planning a trip from Alexandria to Quantico during December, bear in mind that ticket prices are usually higher during this month. Expect to pay about $16 for your train ticket, unless you book well in advance and find an even better deal.

Prices as travel date approaches

$25$20$15$10$53020100

If you're looking to save on your train trip from Alexandria to Quantico, book online with Wanderu at least 27 days in advance. That way, you’ll save $9.31 compared to booking your ticket last minute.

Which train should you take from Alexandria to Quantico?

2 train services operate from Alexandria to Quantico. 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:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Carolinian10h 29m$13.36
Amtrak Northeast Regional50h 31m$12.96
  • 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 Alexandria and Quantico, 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 , and the trip usually lasts around 0 hours and 29 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 5 daily train trips from Alexandria to Quantico, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Alexandria and Quantico is approximately 23 miles, or 38 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 25 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Quantico.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Alexandria to Quantico on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Alexandria at 7:00am 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.

There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Alexandria to Quantico.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Quantico 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.

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.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Alexandria?

Main departure station: 110 Callahan Dr

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 7 stops and stations in Alexandria where you can board the train.

All train stations in Alexandria:

  • 110 Callahan Dr

  • Train Station - 810 W Main St

  • 55 Norfolk Ave SW

  • 9431 West St

  • 825 Kemper St

  • 111 South Commerce St

  • VRE Station - 10399 Premier Ct

Where is the train station in Quantico?

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

Quantico has one train station.

All train stations in Quantico:

  • 550 Railroad Ave - inside Marine Corps base

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