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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Charlottesville Station | Union Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Charlottesville Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 297, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5750 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 297
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US 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 Charlottesville to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Washington start from R 297. The average price for this train route is around R 363. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Washington?
The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Washington is 2h 33m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Washington 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 Charlottesville to Washington?
The earliest train from Charlottesville to Washington departs at 08:55. And the latest train departs at 19:01.
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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 264To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 264 to R 5 561 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 264, which is on 2026-01-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Charlottesville and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 363 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 297. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US in about 2h 33m – that's the fastest way to get there!
