LA → VA · about 960 miles
New Orleans to Alexandria train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from New Orleans to Alexandria. The fastest takes 27 hours 9 minutes; every train leaves at 9:10 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 27h 09m
- Leaves at
- 9:10 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 AM | 1:19 PM +1 day | 27h 09m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in New Orleans Where you get off in Alexandria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in New Orleans
- New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal Map of New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Alexandria
Return trip: Alexandria to New Orleans
Questions
How long is the train from New Orleans to Alexandria?
The fastest direct train takes 27 hours 9 minutes; the typical trip is 27 hours 9 minutes.
What time is the first train from New Orleans to Alexandria?
Every departure is at 9:10 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from New Orleans to Alexandria?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in New Orleans?
Trains to Alexandria leave from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal.