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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 | Staples Mill Road | Charlottesville Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Charlottesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Charlottesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Charlottesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Charlottesville Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Charlottesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 8 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just R 616, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 616
Amtrak Richmond Charlottesville recent customer reviews
It was not a very comfortable trip because my train was delayed for like two hours and then it had to stop a few times because of traffic on the line and technical problems. So I was there for a very long time, more than what was scheduled. And I got to my destiny very late. So tiring
Paola I.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charlottesville start from R 616. The average price for this train route is around R 1 670. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Charlottesville?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Charlottesville is 8h 28m, covering a distance of 99 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond 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 Richmond to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Richmond to Charlottesville departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 576To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Charlottesville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 576 to R 9 843 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 576, which is on 2026-01-28.
