GA → VA · about 488 miles
Gainesville to Alexandria train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Gainesville to Alexandria. The fastest takes 12 hours 55 minutes; every train leaves at 12:24 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 12h 55m
- Leaves at
- 12:24 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Gainesville Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:24 AM | 1:19 PM | 12h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Gainesville Where you get off in Alexandria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Gainesville
Where the train stops in Alexandria
Return trip: Alexandria to Gainesville
Questions
How long is the train from Gainesville to Alexandria?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 55 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours 55 minutes.
What time is the first train from Gainesville to Alexandria?
Every departure is at 12:24 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Gainesville to Alexandria?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Gainesville?
Trains to Alexandria leave from Gainesville Amtrak Station.