VA → DC · about 126 miles
Newport News to Washington train schedule
Amtrak runs 12 direct trains a week from Newport News to Washington. The fastest takes 4 hours 2 minutes; the first train leaves at 4:08 AM and the last at 3:51 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 12
- Fastest trip
- 4h 02m
- First train
- 4:08 AM
- Last train
- 3:51 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Newport News and arrives at Washington Union Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | 8:18 AM | 4h 10m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:20 AM | 8:22 AM | 4h 02m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:51 PM | 7:55 PM | 4h 04m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:51 PM | 7:59 PM | 4h 08m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Newport News Where you get off in Washington The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Newport News
Where the train stops in Washington
Return trip: Washington to Newport News
Questions
How long is the train from Newport News to Washington?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 2 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 4 minutes.
What time is the first train from Newport News to Washington?
The earliest departure is at 4:08 AM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 3:51 PM (Mon–Fri).
Which rail companies go from Newport News to Washington?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Newport News?
Trains to Washington leave from Newport News bus stop.