The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD 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 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 10 trains that leave Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA for Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD on Sun, Jun 21, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
164 Northeast Regional7:57 AM1h54Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA9:51 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$261One-way0 transfers
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional1:26 PM2h21Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA3:47 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$361One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional9:12 PM1h37Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA10:49 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$441One-way0 transfers
158 Northeast Regional5:10 PM1h47Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA6:57 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$441One-way0 transfers
128 Northeast Regional8:22 PM1h39Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA10:01 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$521One-way0 transfers
124 Northeast Regional7:27 PM1h32Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA8:59 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$521One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional9:12 PM1h37Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA10:49 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$441One-way0 transfers
128 Northeast Regional8:22 PM1h39Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA10:01 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$521One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian4:03 PM1h44Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA5:47 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$941One-way0 transfers
156 Northeast Regional1:26 PM1h47Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA3:13 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$771One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 43m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.26 (€-11.67). The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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156 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional | 1:26 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h36 | 4:02 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1 transfer | |
156 Northeast Regional | 1:26 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1h47 | 3:13 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian · 158 Northeast Regional | 2:43 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h14 | 6:57 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1 transfer | |
80 Carolinian | 4:03 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1h44 | 5:47 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
158 Northeast Regional | 5:10 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1h47 | 6:57 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 6:34 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h02 | 8:36 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
124 Northeast Regional | 7:27 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1h32 | 8:59 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
128 Northeast Regional | 8:22 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1h39 | 10:01 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 9:12 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1h37 | 10:49 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
164 Northeast Regional | 7:57 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1h54 | 9:51 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
Trains from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 11:42 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 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD from $8 (€6). 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 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD 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 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
Most Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD trains use the Alexandria Station to Pennsylvania Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Alexandria Station from Alexandria city centre
Alexandria Station is 1 km from Alexandria city centre. Public transport options include:
Alexandria Station train station facilities and services
Alexandria Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Joe Theismann's Restaurant, Table Talk Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Alexandria Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Alexandria Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alexandria Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alexandria Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alexandria Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Alexandria Old Town, Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town, The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria.
Getting to Pennsylvania Station from Baltimore city centre
Pennsylvania Station is 1 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Pennsylvania Station train station facilities and services
Pennsylvania Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Helmand, Tapas Teatro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pennsylvania Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pennsylvania Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pennsylvania Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, The Ivy Hotel, Hotel Revival Baltimore.
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