- 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
$25
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$25
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, VA to Newport News, VA will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Newport News, VA, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.


The table below shows live departures for Fredericksburg, VA 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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![]() | 10:18 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 2h52 | 1:10 AM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:28 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 3h07 | 2:35 AM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
![]() | 12:05 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 3h04 | 3:09 PM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Newport News, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 20:24. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 4:08 AM |
Last train 8:24 PM |
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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 Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA to Newport News, VA trains use the Fredericksburg Station to Newport News station pair. Use this guide to compare Fredericksburg, VA and Newport News, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fredericksburg Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fredericksburg Station.
Ticket office support is available at Fredericksburg Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Fredericksburg Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fredericksburg Station: Elevators, 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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