The cheapest and fastest trains from Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$264
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Somerville, NJ 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 Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA will cost around $264 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
It's difficult to get from Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA without transferring at least once.
5:03 AM5h11Somerville, NJ10:14 AMAlexandria, VA$1281One-way1 transfer
5:34 AM5h42Somerville, NJ11:16 AMAlexandria, VA$1281One-way1 transfer
6:19 AM5h04Somerville, NJ11:23 AMAlexandria, VA$1281One-way1 transfer
7:27 AM5h03Somerville, NJ12:30 PMAlexandria, VA$3151One-way1 transfer
9:31 AM5h25Somerville, NJ2:56 PMAlexandria, VA$3151One-way1 transfer
1:15 PM5h02Somerville, NJ6:17 PMAlexandria, VA$3151One-way1 transfer
7:27 AM5h03Somerville, NJ12:30 PMAlexandria, VA$3151One-way1 transfer
6:19 AM5h04Somerville, NJ11:23 AMAlexandria, VA$1281One-way1 transfer
5:03 AM5h11Somerville, NJ10:14 AMAlexandria, VA$1281One-way1 transfer
2:13 PM5h12Somerville, NJ7:25 PMAlexandria, VA$3151One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Somerville, NJ 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $265.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$185 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $265 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA:
A train is $43 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA costing on average $265 (€212).
Other travel options to Alexandria, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 45m.
Tickets start at around $222 (€177) compared to roughly $43 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-178.92 (€-142.99). The journey takes 3h 45m versus 3h 37m 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
Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:03 AM Somerville, NJ | 5h11 | 10:14 AM Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:34 AM Somerville, NJ | 5h42 | 11:16 AM Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:19 AM Somerville, NJ | 5h04 | 11:23 AM Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:27 AM Somerville, NJ | 5h03 | 12:30 PM Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Somerville, NJ | 5h25 | 2:56 PM Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA
Trains from Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $185 (€148) but you can travel from only $49 (€39) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 7h 38m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $185 (€148) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 7h 38m |
First train 8:25 AM |
Last train 6:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Somerville, NJ and Alexandria, VA from $49 (€39). 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 Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Somerville, NJ 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 Somerville, NJ to Alexandria, 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
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