How to get from Alexandria to Scranton
The fastest way to travel from Alexandria to Scranton takes approximately 426 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 3 route options for you.
From Alexandria to Scranton
Fastest Route
426 min
535.4 km
4 transfers
F19
R
Northeast Regional
Flixbus 2685
35
Departs from:
S Washington St+King St
Walking:
25 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take
F19
Bus
Direction: North to Potomac Park
From S Washington St+King St
to I St Nw+17 St Nw
(10 stops, 30 min)
3
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
(3 stops, 6 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: New York
From Washington Union Station
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
(7 stops, 205 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
8
Take
Flixbus 2685
Bus
Direction: Scarborough Centre
From New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
to Scranton
9
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Luzerne Meridn
10
Take
35
Bus
Direction: Transit Center
From Luzerne Meridn
to Transit Center
(10 stops, 17 min)
11
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Scranton
Public transport stations close to Alexandria
Alexandria is located in Alexandria 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 Scranton
Scranton is located in Alexandria and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Scranton:
- Spruce ST. BA I
- GOV Center
- Wyomng Linden I
- N Wash Spruce I
Alternative Route
507 min
585.8 km
4 transfers
A12
O
Northeast Regional
E
FMT 102
Departs from:
S Washington St+King St
Walking:
24 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take
A12
Bus
Direction: North to Ballston
From S Washington St+King St
to Ballston+Bay D
(58 stops, 56 min)
3
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
4
Take
O
Subway
Direction: New Carrollton
From Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
(20 stops, 41 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton Amtrak Station
6
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: New York
From New Carrollton Amtrak Station
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
(9 stops, 196 min)
7
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to 34 St-Penn Station
8
Take
E
Subway
Direction: Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
From 34 St-Penn Station
to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York (P.A.B.T.)
10
Take
FMT 102
Bus
Direction: Wilkes-Barre
From New York (P.A.B.T.)
to Scranton
(3 stops, 155 min)
11
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Scranton
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Alexandria to Scranton.
How do I travel from Alexandria to Scranton in Alexandria?
The quickest journey from Alexandria to Scranton takes approximately 426 minutes via the F19 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Scranton from Alexandria?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 507 minutes using the A12 bus line.
Can I get directly from Alexandria to Scranton without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 426 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Alexandria and Scranton?
The F19 line provides bus service between S Washington St+King St and Transit Center in Alexandria.
What is the journey time from Alexandria to Scranton by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Alexandria to Scranton in Alexandria takes approximately 426 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Alexandria to Scranton?
Board the F19 bus at S Washington St+King St station, located near Alexandria in Alexandria.
Which station is closest to Scranton?
The nearest stop to Scranton is Transit Center station. Exit here to reach your destination in Alexandria.
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.