How much is the train ticket from Petersburg to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Charlottesville start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Petersburg to Charlottesville?

The average train ride duration from Petersburg to Charlottesville is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Petersburg to Charlottesville route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Petersburg to Charlottesville?

The earliest train departs from Petersburg to Charlottesville at 3:53am. And the latest train departs at 12:04pm.

Train Petersburg to Charlottesville from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Petersburg to Charlottesville on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:55am	Petersburg, VA	7h 37m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	9h 50m	1:43pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	3:53am	Petersburg, VA	16h 54m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Petersburg, VA	9h 9m	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	11:55am	Petersburg, VA	7h 39m	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Get from Petersburg to Charlottesville

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 9 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

9h 9mAverage Duration

80 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,643 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5643 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $53

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Petersburg 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 Petersburg to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Petersburg to Charlottesville start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Petersburg to Charlottesville?
The average train ride duration from Petersburg to Charlottesville is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 80 miles (129 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Petersburg to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Petersburg to Charlottesville?
The earliest train departs from Petersburg to Charlottesville at 3:53am. And the latest train departs at 12:04pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$95

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$66

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$50

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The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $999 for a train ticket from Petersburg to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-17.