The cheapest and fastest trains from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£133
Average price
£153
Fastest journey
8 h 48 m
Average duration
9 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY will cost around £153 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.
Of the 3 trains that leave Norfolk, VA for New York, NY every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 473 km distance in an average of 9 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 42 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 train, coach and flight for Norfolk, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 473 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£137 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price |
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Norfolk, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Norfolk, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
84 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 11:14 Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 10h36 | 21:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:14 Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 8h24 | 19:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
84 Northeast Regional+ 2166 Acela | 11:14 Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 9h35 | 20:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
94 Northeast Regional | 13:59 Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 8h25 | 22:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 17:59 Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 9h22 | 03:21 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 473 km distance in 8h 24m.
Distance 473 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 24m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Norfolk, VA and New York, NY from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norfolk, VA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norfolk, VA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norfolk, VA and New York, NY
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with hourly and daily rates.
- Freemason Abbey Restaurant
- Saltine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Norfolk Waterside Marriott
- Hilton Norfolk The Main
- Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform for Amtrak services and a waiting area.
- Bus: Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) routes 45, 960, 961
- Light Rail: The Tide
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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