VA → AL · about 655 miles
Alexandria to Birmingham train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Birmingham. The fastest takes 18 hours 56 minutes; every train leaves at 6:49 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 18h 56m
- Leaves at
- 6:49 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria and arrives at Birmingham. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:49 PM | 12:45 PM +1 day | 18h 56m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Birmingham The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Birmingham
Return trip: Birmingham to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Birmingham?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 56 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 56 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Birmingham?
Every departure is at 6:49 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Alexandria to Birmingham?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Birmingham leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.