The cheapest and fastest trains from Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA
Cheapest price
$151
Average price
$151
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
Of the 1 trains that leave Greensboro, NC for Newport News, VA on Sun, Jan 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 12 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 12 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€74 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:24 PM Greensboro, NC | 12h46 | 1:10 AM Newport News, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA
Trains from Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 08:46. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 11h 45m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 08:46 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greensboro, NC and Newport News, VA from $38 (€30). 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 Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greensboro, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Greensboro, NC to Newport News, VA
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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