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Trip Overview

The average train between Arlington, VA and Norfolk takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Arlington, VA to Norfolk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 49m
Duration
221 mi
Distance
$142
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Arlington, VA to Norfolk train times

Trains run twice daily between Arlington, VA and Norfolk. The earliest departure is at 12:49 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Arlington, VA is at 6:49 PM which arrives into Norfolk at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer at King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 54m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 42m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 54m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 49m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 49m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 42m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 54m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 42m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 54m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 42m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak4h 54m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Arlington, VA to Norfolk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Arlington, VA to Norfolk.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 221.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Arlington, VA, USA and Norfolk, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Norfolk twice daily. Tickets cost $110–180 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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