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Compare bus, train, and flight for Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $238. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $238, and a flight costs an average of $333.
Distance: 815 miles (1313 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$244 Average price Cheapest | $469 Average price | $257 Average price |
44h 16m Average total duration 43h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration Fastest 6h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 40h 4m Average total duration 39h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI costing on average $257 (€205).
A train is $226 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI costing on average $469 (€375).
Other travel options to Madison, WI take longer:
Bus takes on average 39h 34m.
Train takes on average 43h 46m.
Compare prices and tickets Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI
Trains from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI run on average 2 times per day, taking around 43h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $238 (€190) but you can travel from only $177 (€141) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:59, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 815 miles (1313 km) distance in 36h 51m.
Distance 815 miles (1313 km) |
Average train duration 43h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $238 (€190) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 36h 51m |
First train 8:59 AM |
Last train 1:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norfolk, VA to Madison, WI
- 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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