The cheapest and fastest trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fredericksburg, VA for Williamsburg, VA on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.
12:26 PM2h33Fredericksburg, VA2:59 PMWilliamsburg, VA$201One-way0 transfers
12:26 PM2h33Fredericksburg, VA2:59 PMWilliamsburg, VA$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 50m Average total duration 22h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA:
A train is $0.85 (€0.69) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Williamsburg, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 20m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.85 (€-3.11). The journey takes 2h 31m versus 1h 42m 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
Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:26 PM Fredericksburg, VA | 2h33 | 2:59 PM Williamsburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 18:28. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 6:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fredericksburg, VA and Williamsburg, VA from $20 (€16). 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 Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fredericksburg, VA to Williamsburg, VA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main street.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station consists of a main hall with adjacent platforms for Amtrak and VRE services.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- VRE: Fredericksburg Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated areas for short-term and long-term parking.
- Second Street Bistro
- Blue Talon Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Williamsburg Lodge
- Williamsburg Inn
- Colonial Houses
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms and bus connections
- Bus: Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional service
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