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Compare train and bus for Alexandria, VA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $2 (€2) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.73 (€-14.06). The journey takes 26m versus 17m 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.
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How to get from Alexandria, VA to Washington, DC by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Alexandria, VA to Washington, DC is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 1124 Northeast Regional7:39 PM0h16Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA7:55 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$91One-way0 transfers
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- 1124 Northeast Regional7:39 PM0h16Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA7:55 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$91One-way0 transfers
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- 1124 Northeast Regional7:39 PM0h16Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA7:55 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$91One-way0 transfers
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- 66 Northeast Regional9:12 PM0h16Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA9:28 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$91One-way0 transfers
- 94 Northeast Regional1:02 PM0h26Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA1:28 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$91One-way0 transfers
- 1138 Northeast Regional5:09 PM0h28Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA5:37 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$91One-way0 transfers
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- Around 9 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and arrive in Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
- Travel with Amtrak to go to Washington, DC by train.
- 9 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
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