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National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Expansive museum on the civil rights movement with powerful exhibits and historic spaces that explain Atlanta’s national role in social change.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$259
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$259
Fastest journey on Aug 29
1 d 1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
1 d 1 h 23 m
Trains on Aug 29
1
Distance
806 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA will cost around $259 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $259.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 1 trains from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 806 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 23 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 1 d 1 h 23 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $117 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $117, while a train costs an average of $455.
Distance: 500 miles (806 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$455 Average price | $117 Average price Cheapest | $439 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 45m Average total duration 19h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 40m Average total duration 13h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA:
A bus is $322 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA costing on average $439.
A bus is $339 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA costing on average $455.
Other travel options to Atlanta, GA take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 10m.
Train takes on average 19h 15m.
Tickets start at around $455 compared to roughly $116 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-339.20. The journey takes 19h 15m versus 8h 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 Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 PM Newport News, VA | 25h23 | 1:43 PM Atlanta, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $197 but you can travel from only $82 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:20, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 500 miles (806 km) distance in 25h 23m.
Distance 500 miles (806 km) |
Average train duration 19h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $197 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 25h 23m |
First train 7:20 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Most Newport News, VA to Atlanta, GA trains use the Newport News to Peachtree Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newport News, VA and Atlanta, GA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Peachtree Station is 5 km from Atlanta city centre. Public transport options include:
Peachtree Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Peachtree Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Peachtree Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peachtree Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Atlanta Marriott Marquis, The Georgian Terrace Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta.
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