The cheapest and fastest trains from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA
Cheapest price
$188
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
9 h 38 m
Average duration
9 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA will cost around $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $188.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norfolk, VA for Front Royal, VA on Thu, Jun 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 11 the direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 9 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 38 m .
On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest trains will take 9 h 38 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.
12:59 PM9h38Norfolk, VA10:37 PMFront Royal, VA$1881One-way0 transfers
12:59 PM9h38Norfolk, VA10:37 PMFront Royal, VA$1881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and train for Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $169. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $169, and a flight costs an average of $298.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$178 Average price Cheapest | $341 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA:
A train is $163 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA costing on average $341 (€277).
Other travel options to Front Royal, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 38m.
Tickets start at around $178 (€145) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-135.97 (€-110.54). The journey takes 9h 38m versus 3h 36m 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
Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:59 PM Norfolk, VA | 9h38 | 10:37 PM Front Royal, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA
Trains from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $169 (€138) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:53, the last at 12:10. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 9h 38m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 9h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $169 (€138) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 38m |
First train 9:53 AM |
Last train 12:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, 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 Front Royal, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norfolk, VA to Front Royal, VA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with hourly and daily rates.
- Freemason Abbey Restaurant
- Saltine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Norfolk Waterside Marriott
- Hilton Norfolk The Main
- Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform for Amtrak services and a waiting area.
- Bus: Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) routes 45, 960, 961
- Light Rail: The Tide
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