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How to Travel from

Chicago to Alexandria

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$331.20
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$445.85
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$535.02

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$394.90
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$509.54
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$509.54
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$535.02

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$56.05–$254.77

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$433.11
Plane from Midway International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$407.64
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$369.42
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$382.16

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Alexandria
Ave. Duration:
18h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.80–$280.25
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$70.06
Train from Union Station to Alexandria
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.20–$70.06
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$242.03
Train from Union Station to Alexandria
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$229.29

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$382.16

Maryland Transit

Phone:
1-866-743-3682
Website:
mta.maryland.gov
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$10.19

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform to Braddock
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.93–$3.82

Virginia Railway Express

Phone:
+1 800-743-3873
Website:
vre.org
Train from Union Station to Alexandria
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.97–$7.01

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$382.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Alexandria?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Alexandria is to train which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 18h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Alexandria?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Alexandria is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Alexandria?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Alexandria. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 20m.

How far is it from Chicago to Alexandria?

The distance between Chicago and Alexandria is 984 km. The road distance is 1128.5 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Alexandria without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Alexandria without a car is to train which takes 18h 20m and costs $70.65 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Alexandria?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Chicago to Alexandria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Alexandria train from?

Chicago to Alexandria train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Alexandria?

The best way to get from Chicago to Alexandria is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $108.70 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $239.13 and takes 18h 20m, you could also bus, which costs $54.35 - $521.74 and takes 19h 24m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Alexandria?

Alexandria is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 03:08 in Chicago and 04:08 in Alexandria.

Where does the Chicago to Alexandria train arrive?

Chicago to Alexandria train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Alexandria station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Alexandria?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Alexandria is 1129 km. It takes approximately 11h 45m to drive from Chicago to Alexandria.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Alexandria?

Book your Chicago to Alexandria train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Alexandria?

There are 1406+ hotels available in Alexandria. Prices start at $62.54 per night.
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