Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC train

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Cheap train tickets from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Jan 20

Cheapest

$65

Average

$82

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

6186 AMTRAK, 186 Northeast Regional

01:45PM6h14

Virginia Beach, VA

07:59PMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$651One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

6094 AMTRAK, 94 Northeast Regional

07:55AM5h33

Virginia Beach, VA

01:28PMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$731One-way

1 transfer

6084 AMTRAK, 84 Northeast Regional

05:20AM5h26

Virginia Beach, VA

10:46AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$1091One-way

1 transfer

Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, January 20

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak6084 AMTRAK	05:20AM Virginia Beach, VA	5h26	10:46AM Union Station, Washington, DC	1 transfer
Amtrak6094 AMTRAK	07:55AM Virginia Beach, VA	5h33	01:28PM Union Station, Washington, DC	1 transfer
Amtrak6186 AMTRAK	01:45PM Virginia Beach, VA	6h14	07:59PM Union Station, Washington, DC	1 transfer
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Fastest train times from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Jan 20

Fastest Journey

5 h 26 m

Average

5 h 44 m

Trains per day

Distance

245 km

It's difficult to get from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.

Fastest

6084 AMTRAK, 84 Northeast Regional

05:20AM5h26

Virginia Beach, VA

10:46AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$1091One-way

1 transfer

2nd Fastest

6094 AMTRAK, 94 Northeast Regional

07:55AM5h33

Virginia Beach, VA

01:28PMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$731One-way

1 transfer

6186 AMTRAK, 186 Northeast Regional

01:45PM6h14

Virginia Beach, VA

07:59PMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$651One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC

Trains from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€37) but you can travel from only $33 (€30) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $33 (€30)

Distance

152 miles (245 km)

Average train duration

5h 57m

Cheapest ticket price

$41 (€37)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 26m

First train

05:15

Last train

19:17

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $33 (€30)

Train companies: Amtrak from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC from $48 (€44) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to Washington, DC from Virginia Beach, VA.

Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 4 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: $48

FAQs: Trains from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC

FAQs: Travel by train from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC.

Cheap train tickets from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC can start from as little as $41 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC is $72 (€66); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC train time is 5 h 26 min covering the 152 mile (245 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC leaves at 5: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC leaves at 7: 17 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 17 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC by train is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Virginia Beach, VA and Washington, DC including taking a bus, train or flight.