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| Train | Alexandria Station | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Fastest | ||||
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Get from Alexandria to Newark
The journey takes about 4 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 765, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Customers generally find the trips comfortable and appreciate the helpfulness and understanding of employees. However, there have been reports about a conductor on train 141 who had difficulties in dealing with passengers effectively.
Amtrak Alexandria Newark recent customer reviews
The Amtrak train was about 1 Hr late that let me lose my appointment.
Zahraa A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alexandria, VA, US to Newark, NJ by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Alexandria to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Newark start from R 765. The average price for this train route is around R 2 415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alexandria to Newark?
The average train journey time from Alexandria to Newark is 4h 29m, covering a distance of 324 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alexandria to Newark route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alexandria to Newark?
The earliest train from Alexandria to Newark departs at 07:58. And the latest train departs at 21:12.
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 Newark, NJ was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 771To 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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 771 to R 9 354 for a train ticket from Alexandria, VA, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 771, which is on 2025-12-03.
