How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Charlottesville cost?

The average train ticket price from Washington to Charlottesville is $51. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Charlottesville 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 Washington to Charlottesville?

A train trip between Washington and Charlottesville is around 2h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 164 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Washington and Charlottesville?

The number of trains from Washington to Charlottesville 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 Washington to Charlottesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to Charlottesville?

When taking the train from Washington to Charlottesville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Washington to Charlottesville from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Charlottesville on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:00pm	Union Station	2h 34m	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	2h 17m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	5:00pm	Union Station	2h 34m	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	2h 17m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlottesville on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:15am	Union Station	2h 25m	10:40am	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	2h 17m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	8:15am	Union Station	2h 25m	10:40am	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Union Station	2h 32m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Union Station	2h 32m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:48 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 25mAverage Duration

162 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $88	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $574	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5593 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 $32

Amtrak Washington Charlottesville recent customer reviews

Hi The only thing I don’t like is that they closed one of the cars and we were all seated. It was a problem for everyone in that car

Cecilia D C.

January 16, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Charlottesville cost?
The average train ticket price from Washington to Charlottesville is $51. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Charlottesville 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 Washington to Charlottesville?
A train trip between Washington and Charlottesville is around 2h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 164 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Washington and Charlottesville?
The number of trains from Washington to Charlottesville 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 Washington to Charlottesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Washington to Charlottesville?
When taking the train from Washington to Charlottesville, 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.

Best price found

11-17

$48

11-18

$48

Today

$29

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$29

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11-22

$29

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$48

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$29

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $1,012 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-20.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time3h 5m	Avg Price$60	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 25m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US and Charlottesville is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $51 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $32. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charlottesville, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville in about 2h 25m —that's the fastest way to get there!