The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT
Cheapest price
$221
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
8 h 37 m
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $221.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for New Haven, CT on Wed, Dec 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 10 the direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 8 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 37 m .
On Wed, Dec 10 the slowest trains will take 8 h 37 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.


Travel Information
Compare train for Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a train costs an average of €92.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€92 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT trains for today, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:25 AM Alexandria, VA | 5h15 | 11:40 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:40 AM Alexandria, VA | 6h04 | 12:44 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Alexandria, VA | 5h51 | 1:11 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:58 AM Alexandria, VA | 6h21 | 2:19 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Alexandria, VA | 5h14 | 2:09 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT
Trains from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€92) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€92) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:14 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and New Haven, CT from $53 (€43). 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 New Haven, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
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