Train from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Charlottesville to Los Angeles on 16 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2d 8hAverage duration
2221 milesDistance
90kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£172 - £398Average duration2d 8h
90kg CO₂e
Average price£342 - £2,429Average duration2d 23h
325kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Charlottesville to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Los Angeles start from £342. The average price for this train route is around £1,581. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Los Angeles?

    The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Los Angeles is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 2216 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Los Angeles route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Los Angeles?

    The earliest train from Charlottesville to Los Angeles departs at 08:55. And the latest train departs at 20:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £369

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

You can expect to pay from £369 to £2,056 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £369, which is on 2025-12-20.

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