The cheapest and fastest trains from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$281
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA will cost around $281 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 13 trains that leave Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
19 Crescent3:01 PM3h45Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ6:46 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$1271One-way0 transfers
89 Palmetto6:56 AM6h14Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ1:10 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$1611One-way0 transfers
65 Northeast Regional12:22 AM6h53Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ7:15 AMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$2011One-way0 transfers
65 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian12:22 AM12h58Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ1:20 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$2191One-way1 transfer
153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian9:03 AM4h17Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ1:20 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$2621One-way1 transfer
145 Northeast Regional1:51 PM3h25Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ5:16 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$3401One-way0 transfers
19 Crescent3:01 PM3h45Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ6:46 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$1271One-way0 transfers
153 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto9:03 AM4h07Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ1:10 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$2741One-way1 transfer
161 Northeast Regional · 87 Northeast Regional3:03 PM4h11Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ7:14 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$3721One-way1 transfer
157 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional1:03 PM4h13Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ5:16 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$3151One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $332.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$76 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $430 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA:
A bus is $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA costing on average $76 (€62).
A bus is $400 (€328) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA costing on average $430 (€352).
Other travel options to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 16m.
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (3h 16m by train vs 3h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $76 (€62) compared to roughly $47 (€39) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
147 Northeast Regional | 1:52 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 3h23 | 5:15 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 3:01 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 3h45 | 6:46 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional · 87 Northeast Regional | 3:03 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 4h11 | 7:14 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
161 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 3:03 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 4h38 | 7:41 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
97 Silver Meteor | 3:34 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 4h07 | 7:41 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian | 12:22 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 12h58 | 1:20 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
65 Northeast Regional | 12:22 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 6h53 | 7:15 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 6:56 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 6h14 | 1:10 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 8:19 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 5h01 | 1:20 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian | 9:03 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 4h17 | 1:20 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
153 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto | 9:03 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 4h07 | 1:10 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 9:47 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 4h18 | 2:05 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Trains from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ and Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA from $24 (€20). 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 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
- 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
- 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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