How to travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Newport News, VA to Washington, DC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a train costs an average of $38.

Distance: 136 miles (220 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC is a bus with an average price of $34 (€27).

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

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC costing on average $36 (€29).

A bus is $498 (€404) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC costing on average $532 (€431).

The fastest way to travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 45m.

Flight takes on average 8h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Newport News, VA and Washington, DC including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC among Omio's users.

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from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC

How to get from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak6132 AMTRAK
    5:10 PM3h25
    Newport News station, Newport News, VA
    8:35 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Amtrak6132 AMTRAK
    5:10 PM3h25
    Newport News station, Newport News, VA
    8:35 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak6132 AMTRAK
    5:10 PM3h25
    Newport News station, Newport News, VA
    8:35 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak86 Northeast Regional
    4:08 AM4h10
    Newport News station, Newport News, VA
    8:18 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak186 Northeast Regional
    3:42 PM4h13
    Newport News station, Newport News, VA
    7:55 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC
    $601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak6438 AMTRAK · 138 Northeast Regional
    11:30 AM6h12
    Newport News station, Newport News, VA
    5:42 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • piedmont airlinesAA5842+American AirlinesAA2800
    6:59 PM3h56
    Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport
    10:55 PMDulles International Airport
    $5511One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA3148+piedmont airlinesAA6053
    4:32 PM4h24
    Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport
    8:56 PMDulles International Airport
    $5511One-way
    1 transfer
  • piedmont airlinesAA6052+psa airlinesAA5447
    12:36 PM4h28
    Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport
    5:04 PMDulles International Airport
    $5511One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC

Travel 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 Newport News, VA to Washington, DC.

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There are 3 options to travel between Newport News, VA and Washington, DC including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC is a bus with an average price of $34 (€27).

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

A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC costing on average $36 (€29).

A bus is $498 (€404) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC costing on average $532 (€431).

The fastest way to travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 45m.

Flight takes on average 8h 55m.

The distance from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC is approximately 136 miles (220 km).
The average frequency per day from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport and arrive in Ronald Reagan National Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Newport News station, Newport News, VA and arrive in Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA and arrive in Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Washington, DC by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Washington, DC by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Newport News, VA to Washington, DC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Washington, DC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Washington, DC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Washington, DC, you can discover the National Gallery of Art, stroll through the historic Georgetown neighborhood, visit the world's largest library at the Library of Congress, explore the vibrant Eastern Market, and enjoy a performance at the Kennedy Center. Key sights include the National Mall, the White House, the United States Capitol, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Lincoln Memorial.
To explore Washington, DC's main attractions such as the National Mall, museums, and monuments, a stay of three to four days is recommended.

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