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Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $116.
Distance: 202 miles (326 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$116 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA costing on average $116 (€94).
A bus is $139 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA costing on average $170 (€138).
Other travel options to Alexandria, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 54m.
Bus takes on average 5h 28m.
Tickets start at around $116 (€94) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-46.48 (€-37.82). The journey takes 4h 24m versus 3h 59m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA
How to get from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 11:05 AM5h55Newark, NJ5:00 PMAlexandria, VA$441One-way0 transfers
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- 11:05 AM5h55Newark, NJ5:00 PMAlexandria, VA$441One-way0 transfers
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11:35 PM4h10Newark, NJ3:45 AMAlexandria, VA$451One-way0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA:
A bus is $85 (€69) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA costing on average $116 (€94).
A bus is $139 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA costing on average $170 (€138).
Other travel options to Alexandria, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 54m.
Bus takes on average 5h 28m.
- Around 56 flights per day.
- Around 19 trains per day.
- Around 15 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newark, NJ and Alexandria, VA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Newark Liberty International Airport and arrive in Ronald Reagan National Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ and arrive in Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA.
- Buses mostly depart from Newark, Penn Station and arrive in Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
- Travel with Infobus, Greyhound to go to Alexandria, VA by bus.
- Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Alexandria, VA by train.
- 11 direct buses per day with Infobus, Greyhound.
- 11 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
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