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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 | Union Station | Charlottesville Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Charlottesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Charlottesville Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Charlottesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 10 hours 17 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5654 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 R 1 229
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Charlottesville start from R 1 229. The average price for this train route is around R 1 904. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Charlottesville?
The average train journey time from Raleigh to Charlottesville is 10h 17m, covering a distance of 252 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Raleigh to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Raleigh to Charlottesville departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 09:17.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Charlottesville was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 026To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Raleigh to Charlottesville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 026 to R 9 422 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 163, which is on 2025-12-20.
