- Must visit
The Mariners' Museum and Park
Major maritime museum centered on the USS Monitor, with Civil War artifacts, ship models, and hands-on exhibits on naval history.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to Newport News, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, while a flight costs an average of €614.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€89 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €614 Average price | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Wilmington, DE to Newport News, VA:
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wilmington, DE to Newport News, VA costing on average €89.
A bus is €557 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wilmington, DE to Newport News, VA costing on average €614.
Other travel options to Newport News, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 8m.
Train takes on average 6h 31m.
Tickets start at around €89 compared to roughly €42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-46.69. The journey takes 6h 31m versus 4h 47m 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.
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Trains from Wilmington, DE to Newport News, VA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €66 but you can travel from only €36 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €66 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 4:08 AM |
Last train 5:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Newport News, VA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newport News, VA trip today.
Major maritime museum centered on the USS Monitor, with Civil War artifacts, ship models, and hands-on exhibits on naval history.
Restored 18th-century plantation house with period rooms and exhibits on colonial life, the Civil War, and local Black history.
Historic house museum furnished with antiques and family collections, offering insight into affluent life in Virginia around 1900.
Expansive waterfront park with wooded trails, lake views, the Noland Trail, and access to the Mariners' Museum grounds.
Large city park with a beach, fishing pier, picnic lawns, and broad James River views popular for sunsets and easy walks.
Early 20th-century planned neighborhood with English-inspired homes, local shops, and pleasant streets for a self-guided walk.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Newport News, 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 Newport News, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Wilmington, DE to Newport News, VA trains use the Wilmington Station to Newport News station pair. Use this guide to compare Wilmington, DE and Newport News, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wilmington Station is 1 km from Wilmington city centre. Public transport options include:
Wilmington Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar, La Fia Bistro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wilmington Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wilmington Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wilmington Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wilmington Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wilmington Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Pont, Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown.
Newport News has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport News: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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