How much is the train ticket from Washington to Norfolk?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Norfolk start from R 482. The average price for this train route is around R 618. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Norfolk?

The average train journey time from Washington to Norfolk is 4h 39m, covering a distance of 238 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 34m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Norfolk?

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

Train Washington to Norfolk from R 446 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
15:50	Union Station	5h 35m	21:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
07:20	Union Station	5h 5m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
07:20	Union Station	5h 5m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
07:20	Union Station	5h 5m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:00	Union Station	4h 38m	23:38	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest
13:10	Union Station	4h 39m	17:49	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
13:10	Union Station	4h 39m	17:49	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
19:00	Union Station	4h 38m	23:38	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
07:00	Union Station	5h 25m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:00	Union Station	5h 25m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
19:00	Union Station	4h 38m	23:38	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
13:10	Union Station	4h 39m	17:49	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
13:10	Union Station	4h 39m	17:49	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
19:00	Union Station	4h 38m	23:38	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:20	Union Station	5h 5m	12:25	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Cheapest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	Fastest
14:35	Union Station	4h 34m	19:09	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No tags
17:55	Union Station	4h 48m	22:43	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	No 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 39 minutes and with fares starting at just R 482, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 39mAverage duration

238 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 523 - R 2 692	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 482 - R 2 411	Average duration4h 39m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, 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

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Passengers have shared positive experiences with Amtrak, highlighting the clean environment and punctuality of their trips. The staff received praise for being straightforward and ensuring clear announcements at stops. Although some travelers noted a preference for forward-facing seats and mentioned stuffiness in certain cars, overall satisfaction remains high due to the comfort provided on journeys from DC to Norfolk.

Amtrak Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews

Good trip. Would have preferred a forward facing seat and it got very stuffy in our car. But such a better was to travel from DC to Norfolk.

Peggy J.

13 June 2024

Everything about the trip with Amtrak,and I love it.

Sanaisha S.

27 September 2025

Excellent. Clean environment and on time.

John I.

13 November 2024

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

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Norfolk?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Norfolk start from R 482. The average price for this train route is around R 618. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Norfolk?
The average train journey time from Washington to Norfolk is 4h 39m, covering a distance of 238 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington 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 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

23/01

R 809

24/01

R 1 172

Today

R 446

26/01

R 1 023

27/01

R 446

28/01

R 809

29/01

R 578

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R 446

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 446

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 R 446 to R 2 558 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 R 446, which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, 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 time7h 10m	Avg priceR 811	Daily departures15
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 39m	Avg priceR 618	Daily departures2

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 R 618 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 482. 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 39m – that's the fastest way to get there!