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Orlando Science Center
Hands-on science center popular with families, offering interactive exhibits, live programming, and observatory experiences.
Cheapest price
$235
Average price
$295
Fastest journey
19 h 56 m
Average duration
19 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Orlando, FL 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 Orlando, FL will cost around $295 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $235.
Of the 2 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Orlando, FL on Sat, Aug 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 1210 km distance in an average of 19 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 56 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 19 h 56 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.




Trains from Alexandria, VA to Orlando, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€84) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:27, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 751 miles (1210 km) distance in 17h 19m.
Distance 751 miles (1210 km) |
Average train duration 18h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€84) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 17h 19m |
First train 11:27 AM |
Last train 7:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 6 days |
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Orlando, FL trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:09 PM Alexandria, VA | 19h56 | 2:05 PM Orlando, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Alexandria, VA to Orlando, FL trains use the Alexandria Station to Orlando Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Alexandria, VA and Orlando, FL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alexandria Station is 1 km from Alexandria city centre. Public transport options include:
Alexandria Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Joe Theismann's Restaurant, Table Talk Restaurant
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Alexandria Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alexandria Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alexandria Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alexandria Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alexandria Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Alexandria Old Town, Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town, The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria.
Orlando Station is 1 km from Orlando city centre. Public transport options include:
Orlando Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Mary Mary Bar, The Boheme
Ticket office support is available at Orlando Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Orlando Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Orlando Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Orlando Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orlando Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Orlando World Center Marriott, Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, Aloft Orlando Downtown.
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