The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£114
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £114.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newport News, VA for Philadelphia, PA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 348 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£88 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:35 Newport News, VA | 8h27 | 00:02 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:46 Newport News, VA | 6h42 | 02:28 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:51 Newport News, VA | 6h37 | 02:28 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 16:37. The fastest train covers the 348 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 348 km |
Average train duration 6h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 35m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 16:37 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newport News, VA and Philadelphia, PA from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport News, VA to Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newport News, VA and Philadelphia, PA
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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