Train from Charlottesville to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charlottesville to New Orleans on 14 December
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AmtrakTrain
Charlottesville Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
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Charlottesville Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
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Charlottesville Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
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Charlottesville Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
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Charlottesville Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2d 7hAverage duration
1405 kmDistance
35kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 105 - R 9 179Average duration2d 7h
35kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 761 - R 17 548Average duration1d 1h
127kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to New Orleans by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to New Orleans start from R 2 761. The average price for this train route is around R 3 351. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to New Orleans?

    The average train journey time from Charlottesville to New Orleans is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1395 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to New Orleans route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to New Orleans?

    The earliest train from Charlottesville to New Orleans departs at 20:52. And the latest train departs at 20:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/12
R 4 619
13/12
R 3 875
Today
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15/12
No data
16/12
R 2 647
17/12
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18/12
R 2 647
19/12
R 3 218
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to New Orleans was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 647

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 647 to R 13 285 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 647, which is on 2025-12-16.

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