Train from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Boston to Norfolk on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationCheapest
Amtrak
Boston Route 128, MA
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:25 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Norfolk

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 13 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
13h 17mAverage Duration
460 milesDistance
67kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$72 - $251Average Duration17h 40m
19kg CO₂e
Average Price$79 - $633Average Duration13h 17m
67kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to Norfolk?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Norfolk start from $79. The average price for this train route is around $140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Boston to Norfolk is 13h 17m, covering a distance of 460 miles (742 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Boston to Norfolk route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Norfolk?

    The earliest train departs from Boston to Norfolk at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:20am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/01
$202
12/02
$155
Today
$187
12/04
$240
12/05
$259
12/06
$187
12/07
$94
12/08
$155
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $94

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

You can expect to pay from $94 to $522 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $94 which is on 2025-12-07.

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