NJ → VA · about 166 miles
Princeton Junction to Alexandria train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Princeton Junction to Alexandria. The fastest takes 3 hours 26 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:07 AM and the last at 10:03 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 3h 26m
- First train
- 8:07 AM
- Last train
- 10:03 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Princeton Junction 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:07 AM | 1:20 PM | 5h 13m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:00 AM | 1:26 PM | 3h 26m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:00 AM | 2:26 PM | 4h 26m | Sat & Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:03 AM | 2:26 PM | 4h 23m | Mon–Fri | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Princeton Junction Where you get off in Alexandria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Princeton Junction
- Princeton Junction Amtrak Station Map of Princeton Junction Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Alexandria
Return trip: Alexandria to Princeton Junction
Questions
How long is the train from Princeton Junction to Alexandria?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 26 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 26 minutes.
What time is the first train from Princeton Junction to Alexandria?
The earliest departure is at 8:07 AM (Daily) and the last at 10:03 AM (Mon–Fri).
Which rail companies go from Princeton Junction to Alexandria?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Princeton Junction?
Trains to Alexandria leave from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station.