What is the travel distance from Norfolk to Alexandria?

The distance between the two cities is 142 miles (229 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Alexandria?

The majority of buses traveling from Norfolk to Alexandria start their journey at Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station and wind up at King St - Old Town. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Norfolk to Alexandria from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Norfolk to Alexandria on November 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 2m	12:12pm	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 2m	12:12pm	Alexandria Station	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 3m	7:28pm	Alexandria Station	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 3m	7:28pm	Alexandria Station	No tags
7:10am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	10h 6m	5:16pm	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Alexandria on November 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Alexandria on November 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Alexandria on November 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Norfolk to Alexandria on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Alexandria on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 10m	7:35pm	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Alexandria on November 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 3m	7:28pm	Alexandria Station	Cheapest
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	4h 57m	12:12pm	Alexandria Station	Fastest
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	4h 57m	12:12pm	Alexandria Station	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	5h 3m	7:28pm	Alexandria Station	No tags
7:15am	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	11h 31m	6:46pm	Alexandria Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk to Alexandria

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Alexandria. The journey takes about 4 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 3mAverage Duration

142 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $37	Average Duration4h 3m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $99	Average Duration4h 8m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,571 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5571 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $37

Amtrak Norfolk Alexandria recent customer reviews

Long delay in Richmond that affected plans for the rest of the day and my entry into a tournament in Dulles

Oluwatobiloba O.

February 22, 2025

4 hour trip took over 7 hours

Mel Y.

July 14, 2023

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Alexandria?

Stops in Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

Stops in Alexandria

A - King St - Old Town

B - Eisenhower Ave Metro - Bay C

C - Old Town

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA to Alexandria, VA, US by bus

What is the travel distance from Norfolk to Alexandria?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Alexandria?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/06

$70

11/07

$126

Today

$48

11/09

$60

11/10

$60

11/11

$48

11/12

$60

11/13

$70

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on Nov 8, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $382 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-11.

What's the cheapest way to go from Norfolk, VA to Alexandria, VA, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 3m	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 8m	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures2

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