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How to Travel from

Alexandria to Richmond

by Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$535.02

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$56.05

CoachRun

Phone:
+1 617-681-0820
Website:
coachrun.com/
Bus from Mobile Gas Station - Washington DC to Richmond,
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.01–$31.85

Train operators

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Alexandria to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.20–$242.03

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform to Rosslyn,
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.93–$3.82
Bus from Joliet St SW+S Capitol Ter SW to Anacostia+Bay
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.60
Bus from Anacostia+Bay B to Pennsylvania
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Richmond is to bus which costs $8.15 - $29.35 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Richmond is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $17.39 - $27.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Alexandria and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Alexandria to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Joliet St SW+S Capitol Ter SW and arriving at Richmond, VA via Anacostia+Bay B and Mobile Gas Station - Washington DC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Alexandria and Richmond?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alexandria and arriving at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Alexandria to Richmond?

The distance between Alexandria and Richmond is 174 km. The road distance is 164 km.

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

The best way to get from Alexandria to Richmond without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $20.65 - $206.52 .

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

The train from Alexandria to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Richmond bus from?

Alexandria to Richmond bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Joliet St SW+S Capitol Ter SW station.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Richmond train from?

Alexandria to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Alexandria station.

Train or bus from Alexandria to Richmond?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Richmond is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $20.65 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.15 - $29.35 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Alexandria to Richmond bus arrive?

Alexandria to Richmond bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Anacostia+Bay K station.

Where does the Alexandria to Richmond train arrive?

Alexandria to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Richmond is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Alexandria to Richmond.

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

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Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 322+ hotels available in Richmond. Prices start at $57.62 per night.
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