The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 5 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for New York, NY every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Alexandria, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £52.
Distance: 336 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£72 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £155 Average Price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Alexandria, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
138 Northeast Regional | 22:09 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 5h12 | 03:21 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 23:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h49 | 04:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
186 Northeast Regional · 624 Keystone Service | 00:37 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h58 | 05:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
66 Northeast Regional | 02:12 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 7h59 | 10:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:07 Alexandria, VA | 4h28 | 00:35 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 336 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 336 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and New York, NY from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Alexandria, VA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to New York, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alexandria, VA and New York, NY
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- Joe Theismann's Restaurant
- Table Talk Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Hilton Alexandria Old Town
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town
- The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria
- Located in the main hall
- 42 places
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting room, and ticket office
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Metro: King Street-Old Town Metro Station (Blue and Yellow Lines)
- Bus: DASH and Metrobus services available
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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