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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €295.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price | €392 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:01 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 2h09 | 1:10 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
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Trains from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:55, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 12:55 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA and Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA from $23 (€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 Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, 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 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- The Local
- Maya Restaurant
- Public Fish & Oyster
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Graduate Charlottesville
- Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
- Omni Charlottesville Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform area for boarding
- Bus: Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) services available
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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