How to get from Alexandria to Dover
The fastest way to travel from Alexandria to Dover takes approximately 241 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 3 route options for you.
From Alexandria to Dover
Fastest Route
241 min
278.5 km
4 transfers
A11
Y
R
Northeast Regional
301
Departs from:
S Washington St+King St
Walking:
21 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take
A11
Bus
Direction: North to Pentagon
From S Washington St+King St
to Braddock Rd+Bay A
(5 stops, 8 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform
4
Take
Y
Subway
Direction: Greenbelt
From Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform
to Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform
(7 stops, 18 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platform
6
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platform
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
(1 stops, 3 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
8
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Boston
From Washington Union Station
to Wilmington
(4 stops, 93 min)
9
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to Market ST @ Shipley ST/Rosa Parks Dr
10
Take
301
Bus
Direction: 301 Dover
From Market ST @ Shipley ST/Rosa Parks Dr
to Duke OF York ST @ Legislative Av
(6 stops, 78 min)
11
Walk 9 min (0.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Dover
Public transport stations close to Alexandria
Alexandria is located in Dover and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Alexandria:
- S Washington St+King St
- King St + N Washington St
- N Washington St+King St
- King St + S Washington St
Public transport stations close to Dover
Dover is located in Dover and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Dover:
- Loockerman ST & Bradford St
- Loockerman ST & OP Bradford St
- Loockerman ST & Federal St
- State ST & Reed St
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Alexandria to Dover.
How do I travel from Alexandria to Dover in Dover?
The quickest journey from Alexandria to Dover takes approximately 241 minutes via the A11 bus service.
Can I get directly from Alexandria to Dover without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 241 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Alexandria and Dover?
The A11 line provides bus service between S Washington St+King St and Duke OF York ST @ Legislative Av in Dover.
What is the journey time from Alexandria to Dover by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Alexandria to Dover in Dover takes approximately 241 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Alexandria to Dover?
Board the A11 bus at S Washington St+King St station, located near Alexandria in Dover.
Which station is closest to Dover?
The nearest stop to Dover is Duke OF York ST @ Legislative Av station. Exit here to reach your destination in Dover.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.