How to travel from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA

There are 3 options to travel between Alexandria, VA and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $31.

This is compared to other travel options from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $46.

A bus is $393 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $423.

The fastest way to travel from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 26m.

Bus takes on average 4h 2m.

The distance from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 128 miles (206 km).

The average frequency per day from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 39 flights per day.
• Around 13 buses per day.
• Around 11 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alexandria, VA and Philadelphia, PA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA:

• Flights mostly depart from Dulles International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
• Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA with the following travel companies:

• 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound.
• 9 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Atlantic City, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Philadelphia, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Philadelphia, PA, you can visit the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art enthusiasts can explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art, known for its vast collection and the famous Rocky Steps. For a taste of local culture, head to Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor space with diverse food options. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo offers a chance to see a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.

To experience Philadelphia's key attractions, such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Reading Terminal Market, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.