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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 | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Norfolk
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5607 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 $77
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Norfolk, VA by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville to Norfolk cost?
The average train ticket price from Charlottesville to Norfolk is $122. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charlottesville to Norfolk 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 Norfolk?
A train trip between Charlottesville and Norfolk is around 8h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 230 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Charlottesville and Norfolk?
The number of trains from Charlottesville to Norfolk can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Charlottesville to Norfolk by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
When taking the train from Charlottesville to Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $164To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Norfolk, VA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $164 to $673 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $230 which is on 2025-11-26.
