IL → VA · about 597 miles
Chicago to Alexandria train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Chicago to Alexandria. The fastest takes 18 hours 25 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:35 PM and the last at 6:40 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 18h 25m
- First train
- 5:35 PM
- Last train
- 6:40 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Chicago Union Station 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:35 PM New | 2:05 PM +1 day | 19h 30m | Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:55 PM | 6:27 PM +1 day | 23h 32m | Tue, Thu, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:40 PM | 2:05 PM +1 day | 18h 25m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Chicago Where you get off in Alexandria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Chicago
Where the train stops in Alexandria
Return trip: Alexandria to Chicago
Questions
How long is the train from Chicago to Alexandria?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 25 minutes; the typical trip is 23 hours 32 minutes.
What time is the first train from Chicago to Alexandria?
The earliest departure is at 5:35 PM (Sun) and the last at 6:40 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Chicago to Alexandria?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Chicago?
Trains to Alexandria leave from Chicago Union Station.