Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA train

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Cheap train tickets from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest

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

Amtrak Northeast Regional
10:26AM8h57
Alexandria, VA
07:23PMBoston, MA
$2511One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
12:14PM9h22
Alexandria, VA
09:36PMBoston, MA
$2511One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
10:26AM7h37
Alexandria, VA
06:03PMBoston, MA
$8721One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak Northeast Regional
12:14PM7h36
Alexandria, VA
07:50PMBoston, MA
$8721One-way
1 transfer

Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak Northeast Regional10:26AM Alexandria, VA7h37 06:03PM Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak Northeast Regional10:26AM Alexandria, VA8h57 07:23PM Boston, MA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak Northeast Regional12:14PM Alexandria, VA7h36 07:50PM Boston, MA1 transfer
Amtrak Northeast Regional12:14PM Alexandria, VA9h22 09:36PM Boston, MA0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Fastest Journey

7 h 36 m

Average

8 h 23 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

641 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Boston, MA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak Northeast Regional
12:14PM7h36
Alexandria, VA
07:50PMBoston, MA
$8721One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak Northeast Regional
10:26AM7h37
Alexandria, VA
06:03PMBoston, MA
$8721One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak Northeast Regional
10:26AM8h57
Alexandria, VA
07:23PMBoston, MA
$2511One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak Northeast Regional
12:14PM9h22
Alexandria, VA
09:36PMBoston, MA
$2511One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA

Trains from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 11h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€83) but you can travel from only $54 (€49) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $54 (€49)
Distance
398 miles (641 km)
Average train duration
11h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
$92 (€83)
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
8
Train providers
1
Fastest train
8h 52m
First train
04:55
Last train
22:00
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $54 (€49)

Train providers: Amtrak from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA trains

Travel between Alexandria, VA and Boston, MA from $155 (€139) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between Alexandria, VA and Boston, MA.

Amtrak from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA train information:

  • Average Duration: 12 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $155
  • Amtrak frequency: 7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA

FAQs: Travel by train from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA can start from as little as $92 (€83) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA is $147 (€132); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA is 8 h 52 min   to travel the 397 mile (641 km) long journey, with around there are 17 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA leaves at 4: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA leaves at 10: 00 PM.
Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Alexandria, VA and Boston, MA to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 00 PM.
The cheapest month to travel from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA by train is September.
You have options as you can travel from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA

Alexandria
Boston
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 Boston.
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Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Pasara
  • Potbelly
  • Subway
  • Quattro Formaggi
The major train station for arrivals in Boston is Back Bay Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Back Bay Station for your journey to Boston from Alexandria.
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Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
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Distance to city center
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Dining
Dining
  • Flour
  • Render Coffee
  • FiRE + iCE
  • Tremont 647
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