VA → NC · about 229 miles
Alexandria to Cary train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Cary. The fastest takes 5 hours 57 minutes; the first train leaves at 1:23 PM and the last at 2:09 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 5h 57m
- First train
- 1:23 PM
- Last train
- 2:09 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria and arrives at Cary. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:23 PM | 7:26 PM | 6h 03m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:09 PM | 8:06 PM | 5h 57m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Cary The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Cary
- Cary Amtrak station Map of Cary Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Cary to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Cary?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 57 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 57 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Cary?
The earliest departure is at 1:23 PM (Daily) and the last at 2:09 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Alexandria to Cary?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Cary leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.