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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Charlottesville Station | Alexandria Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Alexandria Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Alexandria Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Alexandria Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Alexandria
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Alexandria. The journey takes about 2 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5750 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $26
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US 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 Charlottesville to Alexandria?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Alexandria start at $26. The average price for this train route is around $44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charlottesville to Alexandria?
The average train trip from Charlottesville to Alexandria takes 2h 9m and covers 152 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Alexandria route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Alexandria?
The earliest train from Charlottesville to Alexandria departs at 8:55am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $358 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-01-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Charlottesville and Alexandria, VA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $44 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $26. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Alexandria, VA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US in about 2h 9m —that's the fastest way to get there!
