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The average train between Herndon and Norfolk takes 5h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Herndon 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.

5h 35m
Duration
242 mi
Distance
$143
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Herndon to Norfolk train times

Trains run twice daily between Herndon and Norfolk. The earliest departure is at 11:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Herndon is at 5:57 PM which arrives into Norfolk at 11:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and take an average of 5h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 24m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 24m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 24m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 34m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 24m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 24m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 52m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak5h 41m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Herndon 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.

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  • Distance: 241.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Herndon, 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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