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

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Today16 Jul
from US$85
Tomorrow17 Jul
from US$85
Fri18 Jul
from US$111
Sat19 Jul
from US$107
Sun20 Jul
from US$165
Mon21 Jul
from US$67
Tue22 Jul
from US$68
Wed23 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 17 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: 17 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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

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Average ticket priceUS$100
Average train trip duration5h 20m
Number of daily trains8
Earliest train departure07:56
Distance95 miles
Latest train departure13:45

Lancaster to Alexandria Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Alexandria from Lancaster, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

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

    The average train ticket price from Lancaster to Alexandria is US$100. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lancaster 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 Lancaster to Alexandria?

    A train trip between Lancaster and Alexandria is around 5h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 95 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Lancaster to Alexandria can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Lancaster to Alexandria by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Lancaster to Alexandria?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
14/07
US$80
15/07
US$64
Today
US$79
17/07
US$80
18/07
US$106
19/07
US$102
20/07
US$158
21/07
US$63
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lancaster to Alexandria was searched and found on 21 Jul 2025 with a price of US$63

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

You can expect to pay from US$63 to US$627 for a train ticket from Lancaster to Alexandria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$63, which is on 2025-07-21.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Lancaster and Alexandria is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Alexandria.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Alexandria, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Lancaster and Alexandria, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Lancaster to Alexandria and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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