VA → MA · about 399 miles
Alexandria to Boston train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Boston. The fastest takes 8 hours 53 minutes; the first train leaves at 7:52 AM and the last at 9:12 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 8h 53m
- First train
- 7:52 AM
- Last train
- 9:12 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria and arrives at Boston. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:52 AM | 4:45 PM | 8h 53m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:52 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 23m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:57 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 18m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:02 PM | 10:00 PM | 8h 58m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:32 PM | 12:10 AM +1 day | 9h 38m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:12 PM | 9:58 AM +1 day | 12h 46m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
The map needs JavaScript.
Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Boston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Boston
Return trip: Boston to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Boston?
The fastest direct train takes 8 hours 53 minutes; the typical trip is 9 hours 23 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Boston?
The earliest departure is at 7:52 AM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 9:12 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Alexandria to Boston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Boston leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.