The cheapest and fastest trains from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Alexandria, VA for Philadelphia, PA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 206 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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 Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £157.
Distance: 206 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £309 Average Price |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
164 Northeast Regional | 12:52 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h10 | 16:02 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional | 18:02 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h13 | 22:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
156 Northeast Regional | 18:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h58 | 21:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional | 18:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h41 | 22:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
158 Northeast Regional | 22:09 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h53 | 01:02 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 23:03 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h07 | 02:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 23:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 3h17 | 02:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
![]() | 00:30 Alexandria, VA | 2h58 | 03:28 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
124 Northeast Regional | 00:39 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h44 | 03:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 02:12 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 2h54 | 05:06 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:12 Alexandria, VA | 2h54 | 05:06 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 206 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 22:48 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Alexandria, VA and Philadelphia, PA from £15. 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 Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alexandria, VA and Philadelphia, PA
- 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
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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