The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$153
Average price
$307
Fastest journey
7 h 22 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
457 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA will cost around $307 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $153.
It's difficult to get from Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $105. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, and a train costs an average of $156.
Distance: 283 miles (457 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$156 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest | $144 Average price |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:00 PM Waterbury, CT | 7h07 | 9:07 PM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA
Trains from Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $156 (€128) but you can travel from only $105 (€86) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:00, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 283 miles (457 km) distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 283 miles (457 km) |
Average train duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $156 (€128) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 7m |
First train 14:00 |
Last train 14:00 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA trainsMetro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Waterbury, CT and Alexandria, VA from $105 (€86). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Metro-North Railroad (MNR)
FAQs: Trains from Waterbury, CT to Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT 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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