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Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA train

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Cheap train tickets from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Amtrak
10:12PM2h03
Alexandria, VA
12:15AMRichmond, VA
$271One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
11:27PM1h54
Alexandria, VA
01:21AMRichmond, VA
$331One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
08:09PM2h12
Alexandria, VA
10:21PMRichmond, VA
$331One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
06:56PM1h56
Alexandria, VA
08:52PMRichmond, VA
$331One-way
0 transfers

Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak11:27PM Alexandria, VA1h54 01:21AM Richmond, VA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak06:56PM Alexandria, VA1h56 08:52PM Richmond, VA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak10:12PM Alexandria, VA2h03 12:15AM Richmond, VA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak08:09PM Alexandria, VA2h12 10:21PM Richmond, VA0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Fastest Journey

1 h 54 m

Average

2 h 1 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

144 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Richmond, VA every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak
11:27PM1h54
Alexandria, VA
01:21AMRichmond, VA
$331One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
06:56PM1h56
Alexandria, VA
08:52PMRichmond, VA
$331One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
10:12PM2h03
Alexandria, VA
12:15AMRichmond, VA
$271One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
08:09PM2h12
Alexandria, VA
10:21PMRichmond, VA
$331One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA

Trains from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€12) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
88 miles (143 km)
Average train duration
1h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
$13 (€12)
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
12
Train providers
1
Fastest train
1h 45m
First train
04:52
Last train
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train providers: Amtrak from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA trains

Travel between Alexandria, VA and Richmond, VA from $19 (€18) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Alexandria, VA and Richmond, VA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $19
  • Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA

FAQs: Travel by train from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA can start from as little as $14 (€12) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA is $24 (€22); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA train travel time is 1 h 45 min   for the 89 mile (143 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 4: 52 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA leaves at 11: 45 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 13 direct trains from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 45 PM.
A day trip to Richmond, VA from Alexandria, VA is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA by train is January.
You have options as you can travel to Richmond, VA from Alexandria, VA 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Alexandria, VA to Richmond, VA

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Richmond
The major train station for departures in Alexandria is Alexandria Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alexandria Station for your trip from Alexandria to Richmond.
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Address
110 Callahan Dr, Alexandria, VA 22301, USA
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Pasara
  • Potbelly
  • Subway
  • Quattro Formaggi
The major train station for arrivals in Richmond is Staples Mill Road Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Staples Mill Road Station for your journey to Richmond from Alexandria.
Staples Mill Road StationDiningAccessibility
Amenities at train station
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
address
Address
Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Dining
Dining
  • Little Caesars
  • Dunkin'
  • Shoney's
  • Pho 79
Main Street StationAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
address
Address
1500 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km

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