The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 7 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Trenton, NJ on Fri, Mar 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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.
186 Northeast Regional · 624 Keystone Service
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80 Carolinian
94 Northeast Regional
86 Northeast Regional
80 Carolinian
178 Northeast Regional
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $222.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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$81 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:34 PM Alexandria, VA | 3h49 | 3:23 AM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ
Trains from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:09 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and Trenton, NJ from $27 (€22). 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 Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alexandria, VA to Trenton, NJ
- 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
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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