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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Alexandria Station | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alexandria Station | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alexandria Station | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alexandria Station | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alexandria Station | Lancaster, PA | No tags |
Get from Alexandria to Lancaster
The journey takes about 5 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5734 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 $49
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA, US to Lancaster, PA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Alexandria to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Lancaster start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alexandria to Lancaster?
The average train ride duration from Alexandria to Lancaster is 5h 44m, covering a distance of 95 miles (154 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Alexandria to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Alexandria to Lancaster?
The earliest train departs from Alexandria to Lancaster at 7:52am. And the latest train departs at 5:10pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alexandria, VA, US to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alexandria, VA, US to Lancaster, PA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $52 to $1,024 for a train ticket from Alexandria, VA, US to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2026-01-15.
