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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Charleston Station | Charlottesville Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Charleston Station | Charlottesville Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:20 PM EST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Charlottesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 22 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 659, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5739 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 R 3 206
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Charlottesville start from R 3 206. The average price for this train route is around R 6 374. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Charlottesville?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Charlottesville is 23h 13m, covering a distance of 590 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Charleston to Charlottesville departs at 20:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 372To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 372 to R 24 924 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 810, which is on 2026-01-18.
