AL → VA · about 655 miles
Birmingham to Alexandria train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Birmingham to Alexandria. The fastest takes 18 hours 55 minutes; every train leaves at 5:24 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 18h 55m
- Leaves at
- 5:24 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Birmingham and arrives at Alexandria. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:24 PM | 1:19 PM +1 day | 18h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Birmingham Where you get off in Alexandria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Birmingham
Where the train stops in Alexandria
Return trip: Alexandria to Birmingham
Questions
How long is the train from Birmingham to Alexandria?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 55 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 55 minutes.
What time is the first train from Birmingham to Alexandria?
Every departure is at 5:24 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Birmingham to Alexandria?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Birmingham?
Trains to Alexandria leave from Birmingham Amtrak station.