The cheapest and fastest trains from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
5 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fayetteville, NC for Alexandria, VA on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 9 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 Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€87 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest |
6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:22 PM Fayetteville, NC | 6h09 | 10:31 PM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 12:57 AM Fayetteville, NC | 5h57 | 6:54 AM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:22 PM Fayetteville, NC | 6h09 | 6:31 PM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA
Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€87) but you can travel from only $61 (€49) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 5h 57m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€87) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 57m |
First train 00:57 |
Last train 19:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fayetteville, NC and Alexandria, VA from $61 (€49). 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 Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC to 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, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fayetteville, NC to Alexandria, VA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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