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How to get to Williamsburg by train
- Routes
- 36
- Trips per day
- 88
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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About Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg, one of America's most well-known living history towns, is not a replica or a collection of structures from other locations. Instead, from 1705 until 1779, this was the capital of the colony (and eventually the state) of Virginia. It's now a museum that recreates bygone periods in their original setting and includes many of the historic buildings. Others have been painstakingly reconstructed or repaired at their original locations. Actors (or maybe time travelers?) wander around the reconstructed area dressed in 18th-century garb and going about their daily lives.
But Williamsburg isn't only for history nerds, and the Revolution isn't the only thing to see. The city's tourist attractions are two renowned museums of art, Busch Gardens theme park, and a water park.
In terms of transport, buses, trains, and airports are available. Buses come from major cities like Newark, Atlantic City, Philadelphia, New York, and even Houston via Greyhound. For train tickets, the Amtrak Northeast Regional connects from Washington D.C., Richmond, St Louis, and more. The main train and bus station is Williamsburg Transportation Center. Williamsburg International Airport is only 17 miles away from downtown Williamsburg. Other airports, such as Norfolk International Airport and Richmond International Airport, are options but a bit further away.
Station Information
Popular train stations in Williamsburg:
- 468 N Boundary St
What train companies travel to Williamsburg, VA?
Located in Virginia, Williamsburg is accessible by train from 36 other cities. You can choose from 88 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Williamsburg on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Williamsburg are also available.
Train companies serving Williamsburg
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 232 | 8 hr, 36 min | CZK 2,206.74 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 44 | 5 hr, 56 min | CZK 2,031.41 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Which train carrier has the best service to Williamsburg?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Williamsburg by train with Amtrak Northeast Regional, giving it a 4.7 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Northeast Regional had the most comfortable train service to Williamsburg, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Northeast Regional at 4.6 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Williamsburg punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Williamsburg, rating it 4.3 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 238.10 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Williamsburg, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Williamsburg. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Williamsburg was CZK 238.10.
Cheapest Price
CZK 238.10
The main train station in Williamsburg is 468 N Boundary St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Williamsburg.
The closest airport to Williamsburg is Williamsburg Jamestown Airport (JGG), located 2.2 miles from the city center of Williamsburg.
Williamsburg ranks number 10 among the most popular train destinations in Virginia. Williamsburg ranks number 89 among train destinations in the country. Williamsburg ranks number 10 in Virginia by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 51 direct train schedules arriving in Williamsburg each day.
The population of Williamsburg is 15,052. It ranks number 16 by population in Virginia. It ranks number 327 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Williamsburg, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 238.10. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Williamsburg starts at CZK 389.62. A longer trip by train to Williamsburg can be as cheap as CZK 757.59. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 432.91.
Taking a train to Williamsburg is very popular for those traveling on their vacation. The flexible luggage policies that train travel affords, convenient arrival stations and of course the great deals available make taking the train to Williamsburg a great option when planning your next vacation.
The closest train station to the city center of Williamsburg is 468 N Boundary St, located just 0.4 miles away. Select 468 N Boundary St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Williamsburg. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New Haven | 11 hr, 20 min | CZK 5,203.53 |
| Baltimore | 4 hr, 31 min | CZK 1,163.22 |
| Philadelphia | 5 hr, 58 min | CZK 2,030.11 |
| Wilmington | 5 hr, 42 min | CZK 2,266.91 |
| Newark | 7 hr, 45 min | CZK 3,432.73 |
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