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Trip Overview

The average train between Norfolk and Columbus takes 36h 5m and the fastest train takes 29h 56m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Norfolk to Columbus. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

36h 5m
Duration
1,138 mi
Distance
$749
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Norfolk to Columbus train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Norfolk and Columbus. The earliest departure is at 8:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Norfolk is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Columbus at 1:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Petersburg Amtrak Station and take an average of 36h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak2d 1h • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak46h 50m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak29h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak29h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrak29h 56m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Norfolk to Columbus? 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: 1,138.4 mi
  • Duration: 36h 5m

What companies run services between Norfolk, VA, USA and Columbus, WI, USA?

You can take a train from Norfolk to Columbus Amtrak Station via Petersburg Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station in around 27h 55m.

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