- Must visit
The Mariners' Museum and Park
Major maritime museum centered on the USS Monitor, with Civil War artifacts, ship models, and hands-on exhibits on naval history.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alexandria, VA to Newport News, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandria, VA to Newport News, VA will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 buses from Alexandria, VA to Newport News, VA, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 210 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 9 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Alexandria, VA to Newport News, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 130 miles (210 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alexandria, VA to Newport News, VA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €43 |
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Newport News, VA buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 1:35 PM Alexandria, VA | 9h55 | 11:30 PM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM Alexandria, VA | 9h55 | 12:30 AM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major maritime museum centered on the USS Monitor, with Civil War artifacts, ship models, and hands-on exhibits on naval history.
Restored 18th-century plantation house with period rooms and exhibits on colonial life, the Civil War, and local Black history.
Historic house museum furnished with antiques and family collections, offering insight into affluent life in Virginia around 1900.
Expansive waterfront park with wooded trails, lake views, the Noland Trail, and access to the Mariners' Museum grounds.
Large city park with a beach, fishing pier, picnic lawns, and broad James River views popular for sunsets and easy walks.
Early 20th-century planned neighborhood with English-inspired homes, local shops, and pleasant streets for a self-guided walk.
Blue crab cakes are a Tidewater staple, made with sweet Chesapeake crab meat and light seasoning to highlight the local catch.
Brunswick stew is a regional Virginia favorite of slow-cooked meat, tomatoes, beans, and corn, long tied to community cookouts and church suppers.
Virginia ham biscuits pair salty cured country ham with soft biscuits. They are a classic snack at gatherings across coastal and eastern Virginia.
Established oyster bar and seafood house serving regional shellfish, fish, and classic Tidewater dishes in a polished setting.
Long-running Greek and American diner loved for breakfast, sandwiches, seafood specials, and dependable local comfort food.
Casual waterfront seafood restaurant known for oysters, crab cakes, and sunset views on the James River.
Moderate for US travel; hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit options are limited so visitors often need taxis or car rentals.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or screen prompts.
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