How to travel from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA

There are 2 options to travel between Newport News, VA and Richmond, VA including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA is a train with an average price of $17.

This is compared to other travel options from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA:

A train is $10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA costing on average $27.

The fastest way to travel from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Richmond, VA take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 36m.

The distance from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA is approximately 68 miles (111 km).

The average frequency per day from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA is:

• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newport News, VA and Richmond, VA as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA:

• Trains mostly depart from Newport News station, Newport News, VA and arrive in Main Street Station, Richmond, VA.
• Buses mostly depart from Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA and arrive in Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Richmond, VA by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Richmond, VA by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Newport News, VA to Richmond, VA with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.

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Most travelers need at least three days in Richmond, VA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Richmond, VA, visitors can explore the American Civil War Museum to delve into Civil War history, enjoy outdoor activities at Belle Isle, and take a scenic stroll along the Richmond Canal Walk. The Science Museum of Virginia offers interactive exhibits on science and technology. For shopping and dining, Carytown is known for its unique boutiques and eateries. Key sights include the Virginia State Capitol, designed by Thomas Jefferson, and Maymont, a Victorian estate with gardens and a nature center. Visitors can also visit Hollywood Cemetery, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for themed displays, and St. John's Church, famous for Patrick Henry's "Give me liberty, or give me death!" speech.

Typically, spending two to three days in Richmond, VA is ideal to explore its historical sites, vibrant arts scene, and diverse culinary offerings.