How much does a train ticket cost from Alexandria to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Charlottesville start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Alexandria to Charlottesville?

The average train journey time from Alexandria to Charlottesville is 2h 9m, covering a distance of 94 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Alexandria to Charlottesville route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alexandria to Charlottesville?

The earliest train from Alexandria to Charlottesville departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 18:49.

Train Alexandria to Charlottesville from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Alexandria to Charlottesville on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:49	Alexandria Station	1h 58m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:22	Alexandria Station	2h 12m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:22	Alexandria Station	2h 12m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures from Alexandria to Charlottesville on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:49	Alexandria Station	1h 58m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Alexandria Station	2h 24m	14:23	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Alexandria Station	2h 24m	14:23	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures from Alexandria to Charlottesville on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:17	Alexandria Station	2h 15m	19:32	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:49	Alexandria Station	1h 58m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:17	Alexandria Station	2h 15m	19:32	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures from Alexandria to Charlottesville on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:49	Alexandria Station	1h 58m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Alexandria Station	2h 24m	14:23	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Alexandria Station	2h 24m	14:23	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures from Alexandria to Charlottesville on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:49	Alexandria Station	1h 58m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:22	Alexandria Station	2h 12m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:22	Alexandria Station	2h 12m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures from Alexandria to Charlottesville on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:22	Alexandria Station	2h 12m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:49	Alexandria Station	1h 58m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:22	Alexandria Station	2h 12m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures from Alexandria to Charlottesville on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:49	Alexandria Station	1h 58m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	07:50	Alexandria Station	2h 9m	09:59	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Alexandria Station	2h 24m	14:23	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	11:59	Alexandria Station	2h 24m	14:23	Charlottesville Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Alexandria 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 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 9mAverage duration

94 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£44 - £44	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£14 - £238	Average duration2h 9m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5749 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £14

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alexandria, VA, US to Charlottesville by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Alexandria to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to Charlottesville start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alexandria to Charlottesville?
The average train journey time from Alexandria to Charlottesville is 2h 9m, covering a distance of 94 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alexandria to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alexandria to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Alexandria to Charlottesville departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 18:49.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/01

£16

21/01

£16

Today

£13

23/01

£13

24/01

£13

25/01

£13

26/01

£13

27/01

£13

The cheapest trip from Alexandria, VA, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £212 for a train ticket from Alexandria, VA, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2026-01-23.

What's the cheapest way to go from Alexandria, VA, 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 30m	Avg price£44	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 9m	Avg price£27	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between Alexandria, VA, 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 £27 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charlottesville, choose the train, as it will take you from Alexandria, VA, US to Charlottesville in about 2h 9m – that's the fastest way to get there!