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Alexandria to Norfolk train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Norfolk. The fastest takes 4 hours 13 minutes; the first train leaves at 1:28 PM and the last at 7:29 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 4h 13m
- First train
- 1:28 PM
- Last train
- 7:29 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria and arrives at Norfolk. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:28 PM | 5:49 PM | 4h 21m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:28 PM | 6:49 PM | 4h 21m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:56 PM | 7:09 PM | 4h 13m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:17 PM | 10:43 PM | 4h 26m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:17 PM | 11:38 PM | 4h 21m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:29 PM | 11:55 PM | 4h 26m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Norfolk The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Norfolk
Return trip: Norfolk to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Norfolk?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 13 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 21 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Norfolk?
The earliest departure is at 1:28 PM (Thu) and the last at 7:29 PM (Mon–Fri).
Which rail companies go from Alexandria to Norfolk?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Norfolk leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.