The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY
Cheapest price
$333
Average price
$333
Fastest journey
14 h 40 m
Average duration
14 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY 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 Niagara Falls, NY will cost around $333 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $333.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Niagara Falls, NY on Wed, Jan 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 14 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest trains will take 14 h 40 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 and bus for Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €75. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €75, and a train costs an average of €317.
Distance: 314 miles (506 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€455 Average price | €89 Average price Cheapest |
16h 4m Average total duration Fastest 15h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 3m Average total duration 16h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY trains for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:12 PM Alexandria, VA | 19h30 | 4:42 PM Niagara Falls, NY | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, January 21 | |||||
![]() | 11:58 AM Alexandria, VA | 14h40 | 2:38 AM Niagara Falls, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Alexandria to Niagara Falls trains with Omio?
Virginia Railway Express as well as Amtrak offer trains services from Alexandria to Niagara Falls. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Alexandria to Niagara Falls.
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- Multiple travel company options: While Virginia Railway Express tickets can be bought on Virginia Railway Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Amtrak to help you choose the right option for your journey from Alexandria to Niagara Falls.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Alexandria to Niagara Falls.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY
Trains from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $396 (€317) but you can travel from only $94 (€75) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:42, the last at 11:50. The fastest train covers the 314 miles (506 km) distance in 13h 10m.
Distance 314 miles (506 km) |
Average train duration 15h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $396 (€317) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 10m |
First train 03:42 |
Last train 11:50 |
Train companies: Virginia Railway Express, Amtrak from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY trainsVirginia Railway Express, Amtrak trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and Niagara Falls, NY from $94 (€75). 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 Niagara Falls, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY 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 Niagara Falls, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alexandria, VA to Niagara Falls, NY
- 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 - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with several parking spaces for short and long-term use.
- Rainforest Cafe
- Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls USA
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Sheraton Niagara Falls
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls New York
- Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) buses available
- Taxi services available
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