VA → SC · about 442 miles
Alexandria to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Charleston. The fastest takes 9 hours 3 minutes; the first train leaves at 1:14 PM and the last at 7:45 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 9h 03m
- First train
- 1:14 PM
- Last train
- 7:45 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria and arrives at Charleston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:14 PM | 10:21 PM | 9h 07m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:45 PM | 4:48 AM +1 day | 9h 03m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Charleston to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 9 hours 3 minutes; the typical trip is 9 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Charleston?
The earliest departure is at 1:14 PM (Daily) and the last at 7:45 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Alexandria to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Charleston leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.