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Alexandria to Canton train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Canton. The fastest takes 8 hours 39 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 39m
- First train
- 7:52 AM
- Last train
- 9:12 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria and arrives at Route 128 Amtrak Station. 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 | 4:31 PM | 8h 39m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:52 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 12m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:57 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 07m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:02 PM | 9:48 PM | 8h 46m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:32 PM | 11:58 PM | 9h 26m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:12 PM | 9:42 AM +1 day | 12h 30m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Canton The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Canton
- Route 128 Amtrak Station Map of Route 128 Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Canton to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Canton?
The fastest direct train takes 8 hours 39 minutes; the typical trip is 9 hours 12 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Canton?
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 Canton?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Canton leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.