DC → VA · about 147 miles
Washington to Norfolk bus & train schedule
Amtrak and FlixBus run 21 direct buses and trains a week from Washington to Norfolk. The fastest takes 4 hours 25 minutes; the first departure leaves at 1:10 PM and the last at 7:12 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Buses and trains a week
- 21
- Fastest trip
- 4h 25m
- First departure
- 1:10 PM
- Last departure
- 7:12 PM
Timetable
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 | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:10 PM | 5:49 PM | 4h 39m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Washington Union Station to Norfolk | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:10 PM | 6:35 PM | 4h 25m | Daily | Washington DC Bus Station to Norfolk | FlixBus Full timetable |
| 2:10 PM | 6:49 PM | 4h 39m | Daily | Washington Union Station to Norfolk | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:35 PM | 7:09 PM | 4h 34m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Washington Union Station to Norfolk | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:55 PM | 10:43 PM | 4h 48m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Washington Union Station to Norfolk | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:00 PM | 11:38 PM | 4h 38m | Thu, Sat, Sun from Nov 21 | Washington Union Station to Norfolk | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:12 PM | 11:55 PM | 4h 43m | Daily | Washington Union Station to Norfolk | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Norfolk The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Washington
Where buses and trains stop in Norfolk
Return trip: Norfolk to Washington
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Washington to Norfolk?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 4 hours 25 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 39 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Washington to Norfolk?
The earliest departure is at 1:10 PM (Thu) and the last at 7:12 PM (Mon–Fri).
Which bus and rail companies go from Washington to Norfolk?
Amtrak and FlixBus run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Washington?
Buses and trains to Norfolk leave from Washington (Union Station).