How to travel from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA

There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Norfolk, VA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA is a bus with an average price of lei197.

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

A bus is lei89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA costing on average lei286.

A bus is lei1347 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA costing on average lei1544.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Norfolk, VA take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

Train takes on average 4h 42m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA is approximately 147 miles (237 km).

The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA is:

• Around 36 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA:

• Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in Norfolk International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA.
• Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Norfolk, Poplar Hall Dr (CVS/pharmacy), VA.

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

• Travel with United, Republic Airlines to go to Norfolk, VA by flight.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Norfolk, VA by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Norfolk, VA by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Washington, DC to Norfolk, VA with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct flights per day with United.
• 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

In Norfolk, VA, visitors can explore the MacArthur Memorial, enjoy dining and entertainment at the Waterside District, and wander through the historic Ghent district. For scenic experiences, take a harbor cruise or visit the Norfolk Botanical Garden. Culture enthusiasts can attend performances at the Virginia Opera or Symphony Orchestra and visit the Chrysler Museum of Art. Family-friendly activities include the Virginia Zoo and Nauticus, which features the USS Wisconsin battleship. The Hermitage Museum & Gardens offers art exhibitions and beautiful landscapes along the Lafayette River.

Three days in Norfolk, VA, is ideal to explore its cultural attractions, visit museums, enjoy the waterfront, and take day trips to nearby sites.