Train from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Boston to Norfolk on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationCheapest
Amtrak
Boston Route 128, MA
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Back Bay Station
Norfolk Greyhound Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Norfolk

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 13 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 364, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
13h 17mAverage duration
757 kmDistance
69kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 309 - R 5 331Average duration17h 40m
19kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 364 - R 10 942Average duration13h 17m
69kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to Norfolk?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Norfolk start from R 1 364. The average price for this train route is around R 2 438. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Boston to Norfolk?

    The average train journey time from Boston to Norfolk is 13h 17m, covering a distance of 757 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Boston to Norfolk route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Norfolk?

    The earliest train from Boston to Norfolk departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 10:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11/12
R 4 481
12/12
R 6 695
Today
R 3 252
14/12
No data
15/12
R 1 626
16/12
R 2 284
17/12
R 2 284
18/12
R 3 235
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 626

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 626 to R 9 151 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 626, which is on 2025-12-15.

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