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VRE Train Talk Alerts

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Official VRE alerts. Check train status: vre.org/train-status. Not monitored. Call 800-743-3873 or email gotrains@vre.org

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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 18h
Fredericksburg line Train 315 and Manassas Line Train 337 will depart Union Station late due to track congestion affecting their inbound movements. We will provide updated departure information as soon as it becomes available. Thank you for your patience
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 20h
Manassas Line Train 331 is operating approximately 15 minutes late due to congestion at Union Station and signal delays. Customers planning to transfer from Train 331 to Fredericksburg Line Train 311 at Alexandria should remain on Train 331. Train 311 will wait @ Alexandria to accommodate transfer
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
VRE’s customer service phone line is experiencing intermittent issues. Please contact us at gotrains@vre.org or try calling back if you are unable to reach us on the phone. We are working to resolve the issue and apologize for the inconvenience.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Update: Train 315 will originate from Alexandria this evening. 315 passengers should board MSS Train 337 and transfer to 315 at ALX. Train 337 is running 10 to 15 minutes late, and Train 315 is expected to run 20 to 25 minutes late.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
FBG Train 315 (scheduled to depart Union Station @ 6:50 p.m.) will originate at L’Enfant today, Oct. 2, due to congestion at Union Stn. Train 315 passengers at Union Stn should board MSS 337 (scheduled to depart Union Stn @ 7:00 p.m.) & transfer to 315 at L’Enfant. Approx. 10 min delay for 315.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Fredericksburg Station Parking Lot G will be seal coated and striped on Saturday, October 3 - Sunday, October 4, weather permitting. All vehicles must be removed from the lot by 11:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Manassas Line Train 337 is running approximately 20 minutes late due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
FCDOT is performing renovation work at the Burke Centre Station parking garage, expected to continue through Feb. 2027. Commuters can continue to use the garage, but may find travel lane closures and detours. Please follow posted signage and exercise caution when traveling through affected areas.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Train 315 and Train 337 departure times at Union Station will be delayed due to continuing tunnel congestion. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Train 309 is currently operating approximately 20 minutes late due to congestion, track maintenance and additional train movements in the area. The train is expected to be on the move from L’Enfant shortly. We apologize for the delay and appreciate your patience.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Due to tunnel congestion and track maintenance; train 309 is operating with a 15-minute delay
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Virginia Railway Express @varailexpress.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
‼️ Union Station riders: From October 16-26, critical Amtrak infrastructure work will eliminate rail access into Union Station. VRE will run a modified S+ schedule Oct.19-23, terminating at L'Enfant in the AM and originating from L'Enfant in the PM. View schedule: www.vre.org/assets/1/6/O...
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
VRE trains 315 and 337 may experience delays at Union Station due to track congestion caused by multiple trains occupying the available platforms. We are monitoring the situation and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
VRE will not operate service on Monday, September 7th in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Regular VRE service will resume Tuesday, September 8th.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 301 is running approximately 20 minutes late due to following a track inspector.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
VRE will run a modified schedule the week of Oct 19 - 23 to accommodate Amtrak’s infrastructure rehab project at Union Station. VRE trains will service all stations up to L'Enfant Station with some reduction in frequency. Once finalized, schedule will be shared via Train Talk and VRE.org/schedule.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
334 holding for Amtrak to pass, currently 40 minutes late
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 309 is running approximately 20 minutes late due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 305 is running approximately 25 minutes late after holding north of the Franconia-Springfield Station to follow a freight train.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Train 307 (scheduled to depart Union Station @ 4:00 p.m.) will orginate @ L’Enfant today (Aug. 18), expected to run approx. 15 min late. 307 passengers from Union Station. can board MSS Train 329 (departing Union @ 4:10 p.m.) and transfer to 307 @ L’Enfant Station. Train 307 will follow Train 329.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Manassas Line Train 329 is running 15 to 20 minutes late due to track congestion at Union Station.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 303 is running 15 to 20 minutes late due to a switch issue north of Union Station.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Due to this morning's mechanical issue, train 313 (departs Union Station @ 6:10 p.m.) will be cancelled. Passengers can board an an earlier MSS train #331 (departs Union @ 5:10 p.m.) and transfer at ALX to catch train 311 (departs ALX @ 5:43 p.m.), or train 315 (departs Union Station @ 6:50 p.m.)
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
306 cancelled due to mechanical issue, 308 will pick up passengers on track 2 at Quantico: 306 cancelled due to mechanical issue, 308 will pick up passengers on track 2 at Quantico
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
FBG 315 (sched. to depart Union Station @ 6:50 p.m.) will originate at ALX today (July 30). Train 315’s passengers from Union Station, L’Enfant and Crystal City should board MSS Train 337 (sched. to depart Union Station @ 7:00 p.m.). Train 315 will hold at ALX for a passenger transfer.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 315 and Manassas Line Train 337 are expected to depart Union Station 20 to 25 minutes late due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Manassas Line Train 335 (scheduled to depart Union Station at 6:00 p.m.) and Fredericksburg Line Train 313 (scheduled to depart Union Station at 6:10 p.m.) are expected to depart Union Station approximately 15 to 20 minutes late due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
VRE Service Update: We currently have a tornado warning from Brooke to Fredericksburg. At this time Train 309 will be held at Brooke until the warning expires at 6:30pm. We will provide passengers with updates if there are any changes.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Manassas Line Train 325 is running approximately 20 minutes late after holding at the Rolling Road Station for an Amtrak train to cross over.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Manassas Line Train 327 is back on the move, running approximately 20 minutes late.: Manassas Line Train 327 is back on the move, running approximately 20 minutes late.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Manassas Line Train 327 is holding north of the Backlick Road Station for another train to cross. Trains are single-tracking due to track work. Train 327 is expected to be delayed by 20 to 30 minutes.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 301 is running approximately 20 minutes late due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Train 314 is delayed 15 minutes following a freight train and an Amtrak train.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Train 321 now on the move delayed 25 minutes.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Train 304 approximately 15 minutes late following a freight train.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Train 321 is running approximately 20 minutes delayed due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 313 is holding north of the Spotsylvania Station due to an incident involving a trespasser. Train 315 will hold at the Fredericksburg Station until further notice. Significant delays are expected for both trains.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
VRE Service Update : Power at Lorton Station has been restored.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
VRE Service Update: Lorton Station has suffered a power outage; crews are aware and working on a resolution. Current restoration time is 7:00pm - 10:00pm this evening.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 309 is running approximately 20 minutes late due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 307 is running approximately 20 minutes late due to track congestion.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Train 312 is now on the move, delayed approximately 50 minutes. Train 314 is also on the move, delayed approximately 15 minutes. Train 310 is still holding at Lorton Station behind a disabled freight train. Updates to follow.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Fredericksburg line trains holding due to disabled freight train at Franconia. 310 delayed approximately 50 minutes holding at Lorton Station and 312 delayed approximately 25 minutes holding at Rippon Station.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
A disabled freight train is holding at Franconia and causing congestion related delays. Train 310 is holding at Lorton, currently delayed approximately 35 minutes. Train 312 is holding at Rippon, currently delayed 10 minutes.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Manassas Line Train 327 has departed Union Station and is running approximately 45 minutes late. Fredericksburg Line Train 307 departed Union Station on-time.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Due to ongoing switch issues at Union Station, the passenger transfer between Trains 305 and 327 at Alexandria has been cancelled. Fredericksburg Line passengers should board Train 307 from Union Station onwards, and Manassas Line passengers should board Train 327 from Union Station onwards.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
There is a switch issue at Union Station - maintenance crews are on site. We are in constant communication with all involved and will provide any updates accordingly. We appreciate your patience as always and would like to confirm this is not an issue with VRE equipment.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Manassas Line Train 327 is holding north of Union Station due to a switch issue. A maintainer is onsite working on the issue. Current delay is approximately 15 minutes.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Fredericksburg Line Train 303 is running approximately 20 minutes late after holding for a freight train to cross in the Alexandria area.
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VRE Train Talk Alerts @vretraintalk.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Manassas Line trains are experiencing delays south of the Alexandria Station due to Norfolk Southern heat-related speed restrictions.
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