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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Alexandria Station | Birmingham Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Alexandria Station | Birmingham Station | No tags |
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Get from Alexandria to Birmingham
The journey takes about 18 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 041, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5736 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 041
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alexandria, VA, US to Birmingham, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Alexandria to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Birmingham start from R 3 041. The average price for this train route is around R 5 245. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alexandria to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Alexandria to Birmingham is 18h 56m, covering a distance of 1054 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alexandria to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alexandria to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Alexandria to Birmingham departs at 18:49. And the latest train departs at 18:49.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alexandria, VA, US to Birmingham, US was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 415To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alexandria, VA, US to Birmingham, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 415 to R 11 320 for a train ticket from Alexandria, VA, US to Birmingham, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 415, which is on 2026-01-19.
