RI → VA · about 430 miles
Providence to Norfolk train schedule
Amtrak runs 5 direct trains a week from Providence to Norfolk. The fastest takes 12 hours 19 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:50 AM and the last at 10:48 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 5
- Fastest trip
- 12h 19m
- First train
- 6:50 AM
- Last train
- 10:48 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Providence and arrives at Norfolk. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:50 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 19m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:01 AM | 10:43 PM | 12h 42m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:40 AM | 11:38 PM | 12h 58m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:40 AM | 11:55 PM | 13h 15m | Mon–Fri | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 10:48 AM | 11:55 PM | 13h 07m | Sat & Sun from Nov 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Providence Where you get off in Norfolk The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Providence
Where the train stops in Norfolk
Return trip: Norfolk to Providence
Questions
How long is the train from Providence to Norfolk?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 19 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours 42 minutes.
What time is the first train from Providence to Norfolk?
The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 10:48 AM (Sat & Sun).
Which rail companies go from Providence to Norfolk?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Providence?
Trains to Norfolk leave from Providence (Downtown).