The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Danville, VA on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 33 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.
6:49 PM4h33Alexandria, VA11:22 PMDanville, VA$1161One-way0 transfers
6:49 PM4h33Alexandria, VA11:22 PMDanville, VA$1161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $331.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$195 Average price | $373 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA:
A bus is $125 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA costing on average $195 (€159).
A bus is $304 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA costing on average $373 (€305).
Other travel options to Danville, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 33m.
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
Tickets start at around $195 (€159) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-146.97 (€-120.29). The journey takes 4h 33m versus 4h 14m 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, VA to Danville, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA trains for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:49 PM Alexandria, VA | 4h33 | 11:22 PM Danville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA
Trains from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $65 (€53) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:28, the last at 18:49. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 8:28 AM |
Last train 6:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and Danville, VA from $65 (€53). 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, VA to Danville, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA 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 Danville, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alexandria, VA to Danville, VA
- 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
- Parking is available at the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Danville Transit offers connections to the station.
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