How much is the train ticket from Newark to Norfolk?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Norfolk start from R 1 001. The average price for this train route is around R 2 158. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Norfolk?

The average train journey time from Newark to Norfolk is 8h 17m, covering a distance of 470 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Norfolk route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Newark to Norfolk departs at 08:22. And the latest train departs at 15:26.

Train Newark to Norfolk from R 947 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Newark to Norfolk on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:41	Penn Station	12h 44m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
14:19	Penn Station	8h 24m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
14:19	Penn Station	8h 24m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
23:41	Penn Station	12h 44m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Norfolk on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	8h 15m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Norfolk on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	8h 15m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Norfolk on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	8h 15m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Norfolk on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	8h 15m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
08:39	Penn Station	8h 20m	16:59	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
10:53	Penn Station	8h 16m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Norfolk on 21 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:22	Penn Station	8h 13m	20:35	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
12:27	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	8h 8m	20:35	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
08:22	Penn Station	8h 17m	16:39	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
08:22	Penn Station	8h 17m	16:39	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
12:22	Penn Station	8h 13m	20:35	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 726, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

8h 15mAverage duration

461 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 726 - R 3 443	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 001 - R 6 804	Average duration8h 17m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Norfolk, VA?

Newark, NJ

A
Newark Liberty International Airport
B
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102

Norfolk, VA

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

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5648 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 1 001

Amtrak Newark Norfolk recent customer reviews

Enjoyed comfort of seat. Didn’t enjoy train being late and the rest room was not available for use.

Helen W.

21 July 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Norfolk, VA 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 Newark to Norfolk?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Norfolk start from R 1 001. The average price for this train route is around R 2 158. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Norfolk?
The average train journey time from Newark to Norfolk is 8h 17m, covering a distance of 470 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Norfolk route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Norfolk?
The earliest train from Newark to Norfolk departs at 08:22. And the latest train departs at 15:26.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

R 3 114

14/12

R 3 957

Today

R 2 684

16/12

R 1 549

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R 1 944

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R 2 684

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R 3 716

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 549

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 549 to R 7 345 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 549, which is on 2025-12-16.