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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 |
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€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* |
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Why should you book Alexandria to New Haven trains with Omio?
Amtrak as well as Virginia Railway Express offer trains services from Alexandria to New Haven. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Alexandria to New Haven.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Amtrak, but also compare tickets for the likes of Virginia Railway Express to find the best option for your trip from Alexandria to New Haven.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Amtrak tickets can be bought on Amtrak's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Virginia Railway Express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Alexandria to New Haven.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT start from as low as $115 (€92) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $115 (€92) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 11 daily trains from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 6h 21m but the average duration is 6h 35m
Train Operators
- Travel from Alexandria, VA to New Haven, CT with Amtrak and Virginia Railway Express
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and arrive in Union Station, New Haven, CT
- First train typically departs at 03:20 AM and the last at 10:14 PM
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $115 (€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 $54 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
Virginia Railway Express
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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