How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Charlottesville start at $107. The average price for this train route is around $157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Charlottesville?

The average train trip from Charlotte to Charlottesville takes 5h 23m and covers 374 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Charlottesville route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Charlottesville?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Charlottesville departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 5:31am.

Train Charlotte to Charlottesville from $102 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Charlottesville on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	5h 23m	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	5h 23m	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:49 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 5 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 23mAverage Duration

374 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $483	Average Duration15h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $227	Average Duration5h 23m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $107

Amtrak Charlotte Charlottesville recent customer reviews

Good customer service. We weren’t on time due to know fault of Amtrak(emergency on the track) Otherwise journey on Amtrak isn’t too bad

Debbie C.

May 31, 2025

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Charlottesville start at $107. The average price for this train route is around $157. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Charlottesville?
The average train trip from Charlotte to Charlottesville takes 5h 23m and covers 374 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Charlottesville departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 5:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$180

12-11

$218

Today

$218

12-13

$180

12-14

No data

12-15

$150

12-16

$123

12-17

$102

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $102

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $102 to $642 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-17.