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Fairfax Museum and Visitor Center
Local history museum in a former schoolhouse with changing exhibits on Fairfax life, politics, and community stories.
Trains from Newport News, VA to Fairfax, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 3h 7m.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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1124 Northeast Regional | 3:51 PM Newport News station, Newport News, VA | 3h16 | 7:07 PM Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Newport News, VA to Fairfax, VA with Amtrak. Night trains available on this route with Amtrak. High-speed trains available on this route with Amtrak. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Local history museum in a former schoolhouse with changing exhibits on Fairfax life, politics, and community stories.
Rail history museum in a restored depot with model trains, artifacts, and programs that appeal to families and history fans.
House museum preserving Civil War era Fairfax history, period rooms, and rotating exhibits in a restored 19th century home.
Central historic district with shops, civic buildings, trails, and walkable streets that showcase Fairfax's small-city character.
Popular green space known for concerts, festivals, and open lawns beside Old Town attractions and the city library.
Wooded regional trail area with stream views, boardwalks, and easy nature walks close to neighborhoods and George Mason University.
Virginia ham is salt-cured and aged for a deep, savory flavor. It is a classic Commonwealth specialty often served in sandwiches or with biscuits.
Brunswick stew is a thick regional stew of chicken or pork, tomatoes, lima beans, and corn. It is a longtime comfort food across Virginia.
Chesapeake blue crab cakes are crab-rich patties with minimal filler, tied to the Mid-Atlantic seafood tradition that strongly influences Northern Virginia dining.
Well-known local favorite for Vietnamese pho, banh mi, and noodle dishes in an unfussy, dependable setting.
Long-running Fairfax institution known for dry-aged steaks, seafood, and a classic American steakhouse atmosphere.
Polished restaurant and bar focused on steaks, chops, and seafood with an upscale but approachable dining room.
Moderate for U.S. suburban travel. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, while transit to Washington helps keep sightseeing costs manageable.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for café drinks if there is table service or extra help.
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Most Newport News, VA to Fairfax, VA trains use the Newport News to station pair. Use this guide to compare Newport News, VA and Fairfax, VA 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.