The cheapest and fastest trains from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Arlington, VA for Norfolk, VA on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
7:56 PM4h13Arlington, VA12:09 AMNorfolk, VA$391One-way0 transfers
7:56 PM4h13Arlington, VA12:09 AMNorfolk, VA$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $293 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA costing on average $50 (€40).
A bus is $245 (€196) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA costing on average $293 (€234).
Other travel options to Norfolk, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 30m.
Flight takes on average 5h 48m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€40) compared to roughly $40 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.82 (€-7.85). The journey takes 4h 30m versus 3h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:20 PM Arlington, VA | 5h05 | 5:25 PM Norfolk, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:32 PM Arlington, VA | 4h27 | 9:59 PM Norfolk, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:17 PM Arlington, VA | 4h26 | 3:43 AM Norfolk, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA
Trains from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:17. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 7:17 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Arlington, VA and Norfolk, VA from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Norfolk, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Arlington, VA to Norfolk, VA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with hourly and daily rates.
- Freemason Abbey Restaurant
- Saltine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Norfolk Waterside Marriott
- Hilton Norfolk The Main
- Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform for Amtrak services and a waiting area.
- Bus: Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) routes 45, 960, 961
- Light Rail: The Tide
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