How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Norfolk?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Norfolk start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Norfolk?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Norfolk is 2h 16m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Norfolk route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Richmond to Norfolk departs at 14:23. And the latest train departs at 21:22.

Train Richmond to Norfolk from £16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		21:22	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	23:38	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
		21:22	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	23:38	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:23	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	16:39	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:34	Main Street Station	2h 51m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
09:34	Main Street Station	2h 51m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
19:50	Main Street Station	2h 35m	22:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
19:50	Main Street Station	2h 35m	22:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 8 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:41	Staples Mill Road	2h 18m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
20:27	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
18:52	Main Street Station	2h 33m	21:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 9 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:41	Staples Mill Road	2h 18m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
20:27	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
18:52	Main Street Station	2h 33m	21:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 10 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:41	Staples Mill Road	2h 18m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
20:27	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
18:52	Main Street Station	2h 33m	21:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 11 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:41	Staples Mill Road	2h 18m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
20:27	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
18:52	Main Street Station	2h 33m	21:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:41	Staples Mill Road	2h 18m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
20:27	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:03	Main Street Station	2h 22m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
18:52	Main Street Station	2h 33m	21:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Norfolk on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:23	Staples Mill Road	2h 16m	16:39	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
09:34	Main Street Station	2h 51m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
09:34	Main Street Station	2h 51m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
19:50	Main Street Station	2h 35m	22:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
19:50	Main Street Station	2h 35m	22:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Norfolk

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2hAverage duration

82 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £27	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £17	Average duration2h 16m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Norfolk, VA?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Norfolk, VA

A
Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
280 Park Avenue. Norfolk, VA 23510
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5627 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 £17

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

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Norfolk?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Norfolk start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Norfolk?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Norfolk is 2h 16m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Norfolk route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Norfolk?
The earliest train from Richmond to Norfolk departs at 14:23. And the latest train departs at 21:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/12

£16

05/12

£16

Today

£16

07/12

£16

08/12

£16

09/12

£16

10/12

£16

11/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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 Norfolk, VA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £16 to £73 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-07.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2h	Avg price£21	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 16m	Avg price£17	Daily departures2

The best way to travel between Richmond, VA, US and Norfolk, VA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £17 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £17. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Norfolk, VA, choose the train, as it will take you from Richmond, VA, US to Norfolk, VA in about 2h – that's the fastest way to get there!