How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Newport News?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Newport News start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $28. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Richmond to Newport News?

The average train trip from Richmond to Newport News takes 1h 46m and covers 104 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Newport News route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Newport News?

The earliest train from Richmond to Newport News departs at 9:08am. The latest train departs at 7:50pm.

Train Richmond to Newport News from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Newport News on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:52pm	Main Street Station	1h 17m	8:09pm	Newport News Station	CheapestFastest
6:52pm	Main Street Station	1h 17m	8:09pm	Newport News Station	No tags
6:23pm	Staples Mill Road	1h 46m	8:09pm	Newport News Station	No tags
6:23pm	Staples Mill Road	1h 46m	8:09pm	Newport News Station	No tags
2:41pm	Staples Mill Road	3h 44m	6:25pm	Newport News Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:52 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Newport News

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newport News. The journey takes about 1 hour 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 24mAverage Duration

104 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $28	Average Duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$28 - $66	Average Duration1h 46m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $28

Amtrak Richmond Newport News recent customer reviews

It was good

Avesh K.

September 8, 2025

I love them

Eric J.

April 3, 2023

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Newport News by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Newport News?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Newport News start at $28. The average price for this train route is around $28. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Richmond to Newport News?
The average train trip from Richmond to Newport News takes 1h 46m and covers 104 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Newport News route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Newport News?
The earliest train from Richmond to Newport News departs at 9:08am. The latest train departs at 7:50pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$25

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Newport News was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Newport News, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $109 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Newport News based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-05.