Cheap train tickets from Virginia Beach to New York

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Virginia Beach to New York. Traveling by train from Virginia Beach to New York usually takes 11 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 9 hours and 14 minutes.

Distance: 287 mi (462 km)
Fastest train: 9h 14m
Lowest price: NOK 437.00
Trains per day: 0
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Virginia Beach to New York Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Virginia Beach to New York?

There are usually 8 daily bus trips available from Virginia Beach to New York.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceNOK 1,214.30	Avg. PriceNOK 718.96Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips2	Daily Trips8
Duration	Duration11h 36m	Duration10h 17mFaster

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Virginia Beach to New York (Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

5.0

Hollie

October 22, 2019 - Visiting family

Amtrak

Pros: Peaceful Cons: Food is too expensive. Tips: When I arrived at Penn Station I needed help to get to Yonkers. Staff were horribly.rude. However, onlookers helped me and I was able to.get to Yonkers. All train staff were courteous and helpful.

There are several train options that can take you from Virginia Beach to New York:

Amtrak tickets: NOK 437 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Virginia Beach to New York?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Virginia Beach to New York was NOK 880.37. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 29 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around NOK 712.50 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Virginia Beach to New York by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Virginia Beach to New York will cost between NOK 437 and NOK 1,387. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Virginia Beach to New York by month

Ticket prices for the train from Virginia Beach to New York often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only NOK 1,064. If you're thinking of traveling from Virginia Beach to New York during November, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 2,014 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in November, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Virginia Beach to New York on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about NOK 712.50 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Virginia Beach to New York?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Virginia Beach to New York. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	11h 36m	NOK 1,214.29

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. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Virginia Beach to New York every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 437.00.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Virginia Beach to New York

Trains leave the station in Virginia Beach twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Virginia Beach. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Virginia Beach to New York for NOK 408.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Virginia Beach and New York is approximately 287 miles, or 462 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 36 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 14 minutes. 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.

Distance (mi)

287

Distance (km)

462

The earliest train departs Virginia Beach at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:05pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

7:00am

Last train

4:05pm

Trains from Virginia Beach to New York are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

Virginia Beach

While boasting a suburban atmosphere that will make anyone jealous of an East Coast life, Virginia Beach is the largest city in Virginia by population and one of the state's best destinations. Positioned at the mouth of Chesapeake Bay, its primary focus has always been its oceanfront location.

In the record books as having the longest pleasure beach in the world, the soft golden sands of Virginia Beach stretch for miles. One of the best ways to enjoy it is to take a stroll or bike along the three-mile boardwalk lined with cafés.

A block back, Atlantic Avenue plays host to Virginia Beach's dining scene, which incorporates everything from well-known names to family-run restaurants specializing in the bay's seafood.

But for all the glitz and glamour of Atlantic Avenue, it's Virginia Beach's natural splendors that will have you coming back again and again. As it twists with the coastline to become Shore Drive, you'll reach First Landing State Park. It preserves the spot at which English colonists first arrived on U.S. soil in 1607 after a five-month voyage. Meanwhile, out to sea, there's a chance to spot humpback whales and bottlenose dolphins.

The city’s central location on the Atlantic coastline means there are many destinations you can visit from Virginia Beach for very cheap. The busiest terminus in Virginia Beach is on Northampton Boulevard. It sees buses reach New York City in around eight hours. Head to Norfolk, and you can also jump on Amtrak's Northeast Regional train service to Boston.

New York

New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Virginia Beach?

Main departure station: Park Avenue & 20th Street

There is one train station in Virginia Beach.

All train stations in Virginia Beach:

Park Avenue & 20th Street

Where is the train station in New York?

Main arrival station: Penn Station

Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transportation, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.

All train stations in New York:

NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

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