The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 15 trains that leave Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE for Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA on Mon, Dec 22, 12 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 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
151 Northeast Regional
67 Northeast Regional
85 Northeast Regional
93 Northeast Regional
2163 Acela+
85 Northeast Regional
141 Northeast Regional
89 Palmetto
67 Northeast Regional
93 Northeast Regional
79 CarolinianWilmington Station, Wilmington, DE - Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VACompare Amtrak, Amtrak Acela


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €181.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€29 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €327 Average price |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
87 Northeast Regional | 9:55 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h19 | 12:14 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 10:11 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h24 | 12:35 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
151 Northeast Regional | 10:57 AM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h36 | 1:33 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 12:51 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h23 | 3:14 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 1:59 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h24 | 4:23 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 3:12 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h18 | 5:30 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 3:12 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h53 | 7:05 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
2151 Acela+ 41 Floridian | 3:29 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 3h36 | 7:05 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
95 Northeast Regional | 5:24 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h29 | 7:53 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 6:25 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h42 | 9:07 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 7:39 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h41 | 10:20 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 8:50 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h24 | 11:14 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 9:02 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h44 | 11:46 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela+ 85 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h55 | 12:25 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 1 transfer | |
97 Silver Meteor | 9:42 PM Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE | 2h59 | 12:41 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Trains from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:51, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 08:51 |
Last train 19:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE and Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA from $22 (€17). 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 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington Station, Wilmington, DE to Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar
- La Fia Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel du Pont
- Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for Amtrak and SEPTA services
- Bus: Several DART First State bus lines available
- Amtrak: Northeast Corridor services
- SEPTA: Wilmington/Newark 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
