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London Kings Cross to Alexandria by train

First train

04:48

Last train

23:33

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Alexandria

Journey time

From 6h 30m

Distance

357 miles (575 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway, Lumo

Take the train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria in 6 hours 30 minutes

If you want to travel from London Kings Cross to Alexandria by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from London Kings Cross to Alexandria by train to take around 8 hours 55 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 6 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 13 trains per day running on this route, which spans 357 miles (575 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Alexandria. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from London Kings Cross to Alexandria are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London Kings Cross to Alexandria? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria take?

The average journey time by train between London Kings Cross and Alexandria is 8 hours and 55 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between London Kings Cross and Alexandria by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria is 6 hours and 30 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria?

No, there are no direct train services from London Kings Cross to Alexandria. Travelling from London Kings Cross to Alexandria by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria leave?

The first train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria leaves at 04:48. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria leave?

The last train from London Kings Cross to Alexandria leaves at 23:33. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between London Kings Cross and Alexandria by train?

Trains travelling from London Kings Cross to Alexandria cover a distance of around 357 miles (575 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Alexandria

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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