Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 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 | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 22 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just NZ$173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5791 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 NZ$173
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Chicago 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 Charlottesville to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago start from NZ$173. The average price for this train route is around NZ$420. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Chicago is 22h 27m, covering a distance of 889 km. The fastest train gets you there in 20h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The earliest train from Charlottesville to Chicago departs at 10:59. And the latest train departs at 14:32.
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 29 Apr 2026 with a price of NZ$241To 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 NZ$241 to NZ$1,958 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 NZ$262, which is on 2026-05-04.
