The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$205
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
13 h 21 m
Average duration
15 h 20 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
754 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $205.
Of the 3 trains that leave Newport News, VA for Boston, MA on Thu, May 28, 3 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 754 km distance in an average of 15 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 21 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 16 h 20 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.
10:45 PM16h20Newport News, VA3:05 PMBoston, MA$2051One-way0 transfers
8:08 AM13h21Newport News, VA9:29 PMBoston, MA$2731One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM16h20Newport News, VA2:05 PMBoston, MA$2761One-way0 transfers
8:08 AM13h21Newport News, VA9:29 PMBoston, MA$2731One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM16h20Newport News, VA3:05 PMBoston, MA$2051One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM16h20Newport News, VA2:05 PMBoston, MA$2761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Newport News, VA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $99. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 12h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $99, and a train costs an average of $205.
Distance: 468 miles (754 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$312 Average price | $144 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 34m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration Fastest 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m 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 Newport News, VA to Boston, MA:
A bus is $168 (€136) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA costing on average $312 (€252).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 4m.
Tickets start at around $312 (€252) compared to roughly $118 (€95) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-194.27 (€-156.70). The journey takes 13h 4m versus 9h 41m 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
Newport News, VA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport News, VA to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:15 PM Newport News, VA | 12h18 | 12:33 AM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 PM Newport News, VA | 16h20 | 3:05 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 8:08 AM Newport News, VA | 13h21 | 9:29 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA
Trains from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $205 (€166) but you can travel from only $99 (€80) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 468 miles (754 km) distance in 12h 18m.
Distance 468 miles (754 km) |
Average train duration 13h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $205 (€166) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 18m |
First train 4:08 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newport News, VA and Boston, MA from $99 (€80). 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 Newport News, VA to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newport News, VA to Boston, MA
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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