VA → MA · about 470 miles
Norfolk to Boston train schedule
Amtrak runs 5 direct trains a week from Norfolk to Boston starting November 16. The fastest takes 13 hours 1 minute; every train leaves at 8:59 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 5
- Fastest trip
- 13h 01m
- Leaves at
- 8:59 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Norfolk and arrives at Boston. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:59 AM | 10:00 PM | 13h 01m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Norfolk Where you get off in Boston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Norfolk
Where the train stops in Boston
Return trip: Boston to Norfolk
Questions
How long is the train from Norfolk to Boston?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 1 minute.
What time is the first train from Norfolk to Boston?
Every departure is at 8:59 AM (Mon–Fri).
Which rail companies go from Norfolk to Boston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Norfolk?
Trains to Boston leave from Norfolk Amtrak station.