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Alexandria to Roanoke train schedule
Amtrak runs 13 direct trains a week from Alexandria to Roanoke. The fastest takes 4 hours 48 minutes; the first train leaves at 7:50 AM and the last at 5:22 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 13
- Fastest trip
- 4h 48m
- First train
- 7:50 AM
- Last train
- 5:22 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alexandria and arrives at Roanoke. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:50 AM | 12:40 PM | 4h 50m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:17 PM | 10:06 PM | 4h 49m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:18 PM | 10:06 PM | 4h 48m | Sat & Sun from Nov 22 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:22 PM | 10:13 PM | 4h 51m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Alexandria Where you get off in Roanoke The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alexandria
Where the train stops in Roanoke
Return trip: Roanoke to Alexandria
Questions
How long is the train from Alexandria to Roanoke?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 48 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 49 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alexandria to Roanoke?
The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM (Daily) and the last at 5:22 PM (Mon–Thu).
Which rail companies go from Alexandria to Roanoke?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alexandria?
Trains to Roanoke leave from Alexandria Amtrak station.