The cheapest and fastest trains from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ will cost around $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
Of the 4 trains that leave Norfolk, VA for Trenton, NJ on Tue, Dec 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 8 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 9 h 37 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.
138 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
84 Northeast Regional
84 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional
84 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
138 Northeast Regional
84 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €125.
Distance: 247 miles (398 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€131 Average price | €287 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 31m Average total duration 13h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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84 Northeast Regional | 11:14 AM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 7h20 | 6:34 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
84 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 11:14 AM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 9h37 | 8:51 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
94 Northeast Regional | 1:59 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 7h27 | 9:26 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 5:59 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 8h04 | 2:03 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ
Trains from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€69) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (398 km) distance in 7h 22m.
Distance 247 miles (398 km) |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€69) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 22m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 16:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Norfolk, VA and Trenton, NJ from $52 (€42). 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 Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Norfolk, VA to Trenton, NJ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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