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Martinsburg to Williamsburg Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Martinsburg to Williamsburg. The train trip from Martinsburg to Williamsburg is usually about 9 hours and 20 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 8 hours and 36 minutes.
| Distance | 166 mi (267 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 36m |
| Lowest price | $72.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Martinsburg to Williamsburg?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Martinsburg to Williamsburg. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 9h 21m | $103.14 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Martinsburg to Williamsburg every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $72.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Martinsburg to Williamsburg
The distance between Martinsburg and Williamsburg is approximately 166 miles, or 267 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 36 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.
Trains departing from Martinsburg to Williamsburg tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Martinsburg at 11:00am and arrives in Williamsburg around 8 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. 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 transfer 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 Williamsburg to Martinsburg.
City Information
Martinsburg
Image credit: Doug Kerr
Link to image attributionMartinsburg is a city in the lower Shenandoah Valley, at the tip of the Eastern Panhandle region in West Virginia. The city is popular for the well-preserved Martinsburg Roadhouse: the only cast-iron-framed railroad structure in the US, open for weekly tours. Martinsburg also has museums and history centers, like the Belle Boyd House, General Adam Stephen House & Triple Brick Museum, and the George Children's Museum for kids. The city features outdoor entertainment spots like the War Memorial Park, Mini-Golf & Concession, and Ambrose Park for dog lovers.
Martinsburg has several nightlife attractions, especially dance nightclubs. The city also has different craft breweries and brewpubs that contribute to the vibrant craft beer scene, wineries, vineyards, and distilleries for alcohol drinkers. Main Street Martinsburg is the entertainment district in the downtown area, with several restaurants, bars, and lounge locations, combined with historically significant buildings.
You can easily access Martinsburg via companies like Amtrak Capitol Limited and Amtrak, with daily scheduled trips to the city. Wanda Coach is your best bet if you want to travel by bus into the city; once you're in Martinsburg, Eastern Panhandle Transit Authority provides public transport.
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
Where is the train station in Martinsburg?
Main departure station: 229 East Martin St
There is one train station in Martinsburg.
All train stations in Martinsburg:
229 East Martin St
Where is the train station in Williamsburg?
Main arrival station: 468 N Boundary St
Williamsburg has one train station.
All train stations in Williamsburg:
468 N Boundary St
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