The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA without transferring at least once.
87 Northeast Regional · 6187 AMTRAK7:00 PM5h20Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:20 AMVirginia Beach, VA$761One-way1 transfer
99 Northeast Regional · 6099 AMTRAK5:10 PM5h50Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:00 PMVirginia Beach, VA$811One-way1 transfer
155 Northeast Regional · 6156 AMTRAK1:10 PM5h40Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:50 PMVirginia Beach, VA$1121One-way1 transfer
65 Northeast Regional · 6065 AMTRAK7:00 AM6h05Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1:05 PMVirginia Beach, VA$1301One-way1 transfer
87 Northeast Regional · 6187 AMTRAK7:00 PM5h20Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:20 AMVirginia Beach, VA$761One-way1 transfer
155 Northeast Regional · 6156 AMTRAK1:10 PM5h40Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:50 PMVirginia Beach, VA$1121One-way1 transfer
99 Northeast Regional · 6099 AMTRAK5:10 PM5h50Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:00 PMVirginia Beach, VA$811One-way1 transfer
65 Northeast Regional · 6065 AMTRAK7:00 AM6h05Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1:05 PMVirginia Beach, VA$1301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $135.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$79 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $326 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average $79 (€64).
A bus is $280 (€226) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average $326 (€263).
Other travel options to Virginia Beach, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 34m.
Train takes on average 5h 22m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€64) compared to roughly $43 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-36.68 (€-29.67). The journey takes 5h 22m versus 3h 23m 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
Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA trains for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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95 Northeast Regional · 6095 AMTRAK | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 5h35 | 8:10 PM Virginia Beach, VA | 1 transfer | |
125 Northeast Regional · 6125 AMTRAK | 3:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h10 | 10:00 PM Virginia Beach, VA | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional · 6193 AMTRAK | 5:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 5h30 | 11:25 PM Virginia Beach, VA | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
65 Northeast Regional · 6065 AMTRAK | 7:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h05 | 1:05 PM Virginia Beach, VA | 1 transfer | |
155 Northeast Regional · 6156 AMTRAK | 1:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 5h40 | 6:50 PM Virginia Beach, VA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA
Trains from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $27 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Virginia Beach, VA from $27 (€21). 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 Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Virginia Beach, VA
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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