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Compare train and flight for Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€38 Average price Cheapest | €194 Average price |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 PM Fairfax, VA | 4h19 | 9:09 PM Norfolk, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:56 PM Fairfax, VA | 4h28 | 11:24 PM Norfolk, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA
Trains from Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 19:35 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA start from as low as $38 (€31) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $46 (€38) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 8 daily trains from Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA with 4 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 3m but the average duration is 4h 7m
Train Operators
- Travel from Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA with Amtrak
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and arrive in Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA
- First train typically departs at 05:19 AM and the last at 07:35 PM
Train companies: Amtrak from Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fairfax, VA and Norfolk, VA from $38 (€31). 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 Fairfax, VA to Norfolk, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, 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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