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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Durham Station | Alexandria Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:09 AM EST.
Get from Durham to Alexandria
The journey takes about 6 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 870, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5673 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 870
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Alexandria, VA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Durham to Alexandria?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Alexandria start from R 870. The average price for this train route is around R 1 259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Alexandria?
The average train journey time from Durham to Alexandria is 6h 33m, covering a distance of 353 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Alexandria route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Alexandria?
The earliest train from Durham to Alexandria departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 09:27.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 333To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Alexandria, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 333 to R 3 007 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 717, which is on 2025-12-26.
