Train from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Alexandria on 13 December
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AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Alexandria StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Alexandria StationFastest
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30th Street Station
Alexandria StationNo tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
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30th Street Station
Alexandria StationNo tags
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30th Street Station
Alexandria StationNo tags

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Get from Philadelphia to Alexandria

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 398, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day
3h 2mAverage duration
207 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Alexandria start from R 398. The average price for this train route is around R 1 256. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Alexandria is 3h 2m, covering a distance of 207 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Alexandria route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Alexandria departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 16:36.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Alexandria?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 519
11/12
R 1 367
Today
R 1 367
13/12
R 1 021
14/12
R 519
15/12
R 744
16/12
R 744
17/12
R 519
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 519

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 R 519 to R 10 065 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 R 519, which is on 2025-12-14.

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