The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 4 trains that leave Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Wed, May 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 06 the direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Wed, May 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:20 PM3h07Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA5:27 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$341One-way0 transfers
12:37 AM2h48Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA3:25 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$671One-way0 transfers
9:03 PM2h57Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA12:00 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$671One-way0 transfers
2:12 AM2h54Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA5:06 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$671One-way0 transfers
12:37 AM2h48Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA3:25 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$671One-way0 transfers
2:12 AM2h54Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA5:06 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$671One-way0 transfers
9:03 PM2h57Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA12:00 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$671One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM3h07Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA5:27 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $420 Average price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Tuesday, May 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86 Northeast Regional | 7:52 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h55 | 10:47 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 1:02 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h54 | 3:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 2:32 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h24 | 5:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian · 196 Northeast Regional | 2:43 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 5h17 | 8:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian+ 2122 Acela | 2:43 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h46 | 6:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
80 Carolinian | 4:03 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h57 | 7:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 5:09 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h22 | 8:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 6:34 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h17 | 9:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
186 Northeast Regional | 7:37 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h48 | 10:25 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:37 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h48 | 3:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 9:12 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h54 | 12:06 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 6 | |||||
![]() | 2:12 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h54 | 5:06 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€21) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€21) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- Joe Theismann's Restaurant
- Table Talk Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Alexandria Old Town
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town
- The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria
- Located in the main hall
- 42 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting room, and ticket office
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Metro: King Street-Old Town Metro Station (Blue and Yellow Lines)
- Bus: DASH and Metrobus services available
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available

