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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 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5594 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $138
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Chicago by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago cost?
The average train ticket price from Charlottesville to Chicago is $274. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Charlottesville to Chicago?
A train trip between Charlottesville and Chicago is around 22h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 21h 8m. This is the time it takes to travel the 896 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Charlottesville and Chicago?
The number of trains from Charlottesville to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Charlottesville to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Charlottesville to Chicago?
When taking the train from Charlottesville to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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 Chicago was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $133To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $133 to $2,297 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $195 which is on 2025-11-23.
