The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 6 trains that leave Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA for Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ on Thu, May 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
90 Palmetto6:34 PM3h49Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA10:23 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1271One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional2:32 PM3h53Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA6:25 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1271One-way0 transfers
94 Northeast Regional1:02 PM3h24Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA4:26 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1271One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian4:03 PM3h29Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA7:32 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1611One-way0 transfers
138 Northeast Regional5:09 PM3h54Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA9:03 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1611One-way0 transfers
94 Northeast Regional1:02 PM3h24Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA4:26 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1271One-way0 transfers
86 Northeast Regional7:52 AM3h25Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA11:17 AMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1611One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian4:03 PM3h29Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA7:32 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1611One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto6:34 PM3h49Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA10:23 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1271One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional2:32 PM3h53Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA6:25 PMTrenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ$1271One-way0 transfers
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $310.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$84 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $413 Average price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. 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 | 3h25 | 11:17 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 1:02 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h24 | 4:26 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 2:32 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h53 | 6:25 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 4:03 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h29 | 7:32 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 5:09 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h54 | 9:03 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 6:34 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h49 | 10:23 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Trains from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 12:37 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ from $25 (€20). 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 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA to Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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