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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Charlottesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 5 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 511, 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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 511
Amtrak Philadelphia Charlottesville recent customer reviews
clean comfortable no issues
Yolanda C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Charlottesville start from R 511. The average price for this train route is around R 1 339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Charlottesville?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Charlottesville is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 358 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 2m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Charlottesville departs at 04:57. And the latest train departs at 15:38.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 474To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 474 to R 6 210 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 474, which is on 2026-01-28.
