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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Newport News to Iselin. Traveling by train from Newport News to Iselin usually takes 8 hours, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 268 mi (430 km) |
Fastest train | 8h 0m |
Lowest price | $89.00 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Newport News to Iselin?
Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Newport News to Iselin. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 7h 44m | $131.00 |
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. With 2 daily train trips from Newport News to Iselin, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Newport News and Iselin is approximately 268 miles, or 430 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Newport News to Iselin. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Newport News at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Newport News twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Iselin with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Iselin to Newport News.
City Information
Newport News
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Link to image attributionNewport News is where you need to be if you want to see how ships, culture, history, and the great outdoors can merge into one incredible adventure. The most popular activities around here include bird watching, camping, boating, and of course, fishing. In this part of Virginia, you can choose between saltwater and freshwater fishing, thanks to the city's three marinas and seven boat ramps.
Among the most famous local historical and cultural destinations, you will find the Endview Plantation, James A. Fields House, and the Historic Hilton Village. Some of the most popular art and culture destinations include the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, Ferguson Center for the Arts, and Peninsula Fine Arts Center.
For a taste of Newport News' finest wines, craft beers and distilled spirits, head over to Toast the Coast. That's where you get to experience what the best breweries, distilleries, and wineries from New Kent to Virginia Beach have to offer.
Newport News is served by Williamsburg International Airport. The city's bus services are operated by Wanda Coach and Greyhound. Then, of course, there's also the Amtrak train service that takes you in and out of Newport News and into the Williamsburg Station.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Newport News?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 9304 Warwick Blvd
The Amtrak train station in Newport News is a low, white-brick building at 9304 Warwick Blvd. This is adjacent to Highway 60, near Huntington Park and the Plaza at Newmarket. Amtrak's Northeast Regional trains and Thruway buses stop at the station in Newport News. The station has a waiting room with restrooms and vending machines, but there are not many amenities in the immediate area surrounding the station.
All train stations in Newport News:
9304 Warwick Blvd
Where is the train station in Iselin?
Main arrival station: 100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
Iselin has one train station.
All train stations in Iselin:
100 Middlesex Essex Tpke
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