NC → VA · about 225 miles
Raleigh to Alexandria train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Raleigh to Alexandria. The fastest takes 5 hours 26 minutes; the first train leaves at 9:17 AM and the last at 10:13 AM.
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- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 5h 26m
- First train
- 9:17 AM
- Last train
- 10:13 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Raleigh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:17 AM | 2:43 PM | 5h 26m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:13 AM | 4:00 PM | 5h 47m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Raleigh Where you get off in Alexandria The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Raleigh
Where the train stops in Alexandria
Return trip: Alexandria to Raleigh
Questions
How long is the train from Raleigh to Alexandria?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 26 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 47 minutes.
What time is the first train from Raleigh to Alexandria?
The earliest departure is at 9:17 AM (Mon–Sat) and the last at 10:13 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Raleigh to Alexandria?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Raleigh?
Trains to Alexandria leave from Raleigh Union Station.