Trains tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA, US

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Today28 Jul
from US$83
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$46
Wed30 Jul
from US$33
Thu31 Jul
from US$46
Fri1 Aug
from US$63
Sat2 Aug
from US$46
Sun3 Aug
from US$63
Mon4 Aug
from US$63

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA, US: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$69
Average train trip duration2h 56m
Number of daily trains14
Earliest train departure04:20
Distance128 miles
Latest train departure16:36

Philadelphia to Alexandria Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Alexandria, VA, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to Alexandria cost?

    The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Alexandria is US$69. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to Alexandria is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    A train trip between Philadelphia and Alexandria is around 2h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 130 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Philadelphia and Alexandria?

    The number of trains from Philadelphia to Alexandria can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to Alexandria by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    When taking the train from Philadelphia to Alexandria, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
26/07
US$79
27/07
US$145
Today
US$79
29/07
US$43
30/07
US$30
31/07
US$43
01/08
US$59
02/08
US$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on 30 Jul 2025 with a price of US$30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$582 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-07-30.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Alexandria, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Philadelphia and Alexandria, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Philadelphia to Alexandria while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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