The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA 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 Williamsburg, VA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Williamsburg, VA on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
9:28 PM3h12Alexandria, VA12:40 AMWilliamsburg, VA$401One-way0 transfers
11:18 AM3h18Alexandria, VA2:36 PMWilliamsburg, VA$921One-way0 transfers
9:28 PM3h12Alexandria, VA12:40 AMWilliamsburg, VA$401One-way0 transfers
11:18 AM3h18Alexandria, VA2:36 PMWilliamsburg, VA$921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $155.
Distance: 107 miles (173 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $307 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA costing on average $52 (€42).
A bus is $265 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA costing on average $307 (€251).
Other travel options to Williamsburg, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-20.56 (€-16.82). The journey takes 3h 20m versus 2h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:09 PM Alexandria, VA | 3h33 | 11:42 PM Williamsburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 11:18 AM Alexandria, VA | 3h18 | 2:36 PM Williamsburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Trains from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 6:17 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and Williamsburg, VA from $22 (€18). 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 Williamsburg, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA 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 Williamsburg, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alexandria, VA to Williamsburg, VA
- 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 adjacent to the station with designated areas for short-term and long-term parking
- Second Street Bistro
- Blue Talon Bistro
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- $0.50
- Williamsburg Lodge
- Williamsburg Inn
- Colonial Houses
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms and bus connections
- Bus: Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional service
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