How to Travel from

Potomac to Alexandria

by Rideshare, Route or Car

United States of America Potomac Alexandria

Cheapest

By car (31 km)

31 min

31 km.

from $1

Other

Rideshare

31 min

31 km.

from $1.68

Bus, Train

2 h 13 min

26 km.

from $14.15

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Union Station to Alexandria

Ave. Duration:

15 min

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$4.21–$70.16

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Union Station to Alexandria

Ave. Duration:

18 min

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$14.03–$229.62

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:

+1 202 466 3876

Website:

wmata.com

Train from Rockville, Red Line Center Platform to Gallery

Ave. Duration:

33 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Estimated price:

$3.57–$5.23

Train from Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform to Braddock

Ave. Duration:

19 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Estimated price:

$3.06–$3.95

Bus from Falls Rd+Glenolden Rd to Rockville+Bay

Ave. Duration:

20 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$2.60

Bus from River Rd+Counselman Rd to Friendship

Ave. Duration:

23 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$2.60

Bus from Friendship Heights+Bay C to E

Ave. Duration:

56 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Bus from Friendship Heights+Bay C to H

Ave. Duration:

36 min

Frequency:

Every 10 minutes

Bus from 18 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW to N

Ave. Duration:

32 min

Frequency:

5 times a day

Estimated price:

$2.60

Virginia Railway Express

Phone:

+1 800-743-3873

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

vre.org

Train from Union Station to Alexandria

Ave. Duration:

23 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$4.98–$7.02

Bus operators

Montgomery County MD Ride On

Website:

montgomerycountymd.gov/dot-transit/index.html

Bus from Falls Rd+Glenolden Rd to Rockville+Bay

Ave. Duration:

19 min

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$2.30–$4.98

Bus from River Rd+Counselman Rd to Friendship

Ave. Duration:

20 min

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$2.30–$4.98

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

The cheapest way to get from Potomac to Alexandria is to drive which costs $3.48 - $5.22 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Potomac to Alexandria is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $3.48 - $5.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Potomac and Alexandria?

No, there is no direct bus from Potomac to Alexandria. However, there are services departing from River Rd+Counselman Rd and arriving at N Washington St+King St via Friendship Heights+Bay C and 18 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Potomac to Alexandria?

The distance between Potomac and Alexandria is 49 km. The road distance is 31.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Potomac to Alexandria without a car is to bus and subway which takes 1h 20m and costs $7.61 - $11.96 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Potomac to Alexandria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potomac to Alexandria bus from?

Potomac to Alexandria bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from River Rd+Counselman Rd station.

Where does the Potomac to Alexandria bus arrive?

Potomac to Alexandria bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Friendship Heights+Bay J station.

What is the time difference between Potomac and Alexandria?

It is currently 05:19 at both, Potomac and Alexandria.

Can I drive from Potomac to Alexandria?

Yes, the driving distance between Potomac to Alexandria is 32 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Potomac to Alexandria.

Where can I stay near Alexandria?

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

Book in Alexandria

Springhill Suites by Marriott Alexandria Old Town/Southwest

2950 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria

Fine

8.9

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Alexandria

2830 South Macarthur Drive, Alexandria

Great

9.4

Hilton Alexandria Old Town

1767 King St, Alexandria

Fine

8.7

All accommodation options in AlexandriaAll hotels

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Four ways to Travel from Potomac to Alexandria

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Virginia Railway Express

Bus operators

Montgomery County MD Ride On

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Potomac and Alexandria?

How far is it from Potomac to Alexandria?

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

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

Where do I catch the Potomac to Alexandria bus from?

Where does the Potomac to Alexandria bus arrive?

What is the time difference between Potomac and Alexandria?

Can I drive from Potomac to Alexandria?

Where can I stay near Alexandria?