- 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.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$70
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$70
Fastest journey on Sep 20
8 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
9 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fayetteville, NC 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 Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 307 km distance in an average of 9 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 48 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 9 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, while a train costs an average of $132.
Distance: 190 miles (307 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA:
A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA costing on average $132.
Other travel options to Newport News, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 0m.
Tickets start at around $132 compared to roughly $45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-87.12. The journey takes 5h 47m versus 3h 32m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:22 PM Fayetteville, NC | 8h48 | 1:10 AM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:22 PM Fayetteville, NC | 9h13 | 2:35 AM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 but you can travel from only $69 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (307 km) distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 190 miles (307 km) |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 12:57 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Fayetteville, NC to Newport News, VA trains use the Fayetteville Station to Newport News station pair. Use this guide to compare Fayetteville, NC and Newport News, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fayetteville Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Fayetteville Station.
Ticket office support is available at Fayetteville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Fayetteville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fayetteville Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Newport News has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport News: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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