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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from High Point to Alexandria. Traveling by train from High Point to Alexandria usually takes 7 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Crescent train can make the trip in 6 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 255 mi (411 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 18m |
| Lowest price | $39.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Carolinian |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from High Point to Alexandria?
The average price for a train ticket from High Point to Alexandria is $61.17, By booking your trip at least 29 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $35.07 more.
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By booking your train trip from High Point to Alexandria on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about $35.07 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from High Point to Alexandria?
2 train services operate from High Point to Alexandria. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 7h 59m | $59.26 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 6h 19m | $84.66 |
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 High Point 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 , and the trip usually lasts around 7 hours and 59 minutes.
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 High Point to Alexandria take about 6 hours and 19 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from $69.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between High Point and Alexandria is approximately 255 miles, or 411 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 18 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from High Point to Alexandria on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs High Point at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00am. 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 High Point 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 High Point.
City Information
High Point
Image credit: Kamoteus (A New Beginning)
Link to image attributionHigh Point is a city located in the Piedmont region, just outside Greensboro. It's the only city in North Carolina that extends into four counties. High Point is known for having quirky outdoor attractions, like the World's Largest Chest of Drawers and the Kersey Valley Spookywoods. Depending on your preference, the city also has family-friendly locations like pools, water parks, amusement rides, ziplining, and nature parks, from the Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park to the High Point City Lake Park. High Point has several history and art museums, including the High Point Museum and Nido & Mariana Qubein Children's Museum.
As for nightlife, High Point has a lot of locations for its adults, ranging from bars and taverns to dance nightclubs and sports bars. High Point also has several breweries and wineries in the city that contribute to the nightlife. Downtown High Point is the entertainment district, popular for the High Point Market and other local stores and restaurants.
High Point is easy to visit by train or bus from neighboring cities. Amtrak, Amtrak Crescent, Amtrak Piedmont, and Amtrak Carolinian provide the train lines to the city, while the Tornado Bus provides the bus lines. The High Point Transit System provides the transportation system in the city.
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 High Point?
Main departure station: 100 W High Ave
There is one train station in High Point.
All train stations in High Point:
100 W High Ave
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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