Train from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 6 December
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Amtrak
Union Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Norfolk

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 4 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
4h 44mAverage duration
148 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£25 - £114Average duration4h 40m
6kg CO₂e
Average price£30 - £78Average duration4h 44m
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Norfolk?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Norfolk start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Norfolk?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Norfolk is 4h 44m, covering a distance of 148 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Norfolk route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Norfolk?

    The earliest train from Washington to Norfolk departs at 12:00. And the latest train departs at 19:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
30/11
£75
01/12
£38
Today
£28
03/12
£38
04/12
£28
05/12
£28
06/12
£38
07/12
£63
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £132 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-04.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, 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 £30 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £30. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Norfolk, VA, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA in about 4h 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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