How much is the train ticket from Washington to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlottesville start from R 381. The average price for this train route is around R 881. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Charlottesville?

The average train journey time from Washington to Charlottesville is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Charlottesville?

The earliest train from Washington to Charlottesville departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Charlottesville from R 346 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Union Station	2h 25m	10:40	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	2h 17m	20:47	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
Train	08:15	Union Station	2h 25m	10:40	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Union Station	2h 34m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Union Station	2h 34m	19:34	Charlottesville Station	No tags

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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 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 25mAverage duration

162 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 340 - R 1 698	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 381 - R 6 913	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 381

Amtrak Washington Charlottesville recent customer reviews

Hi The only thing I don’t like is that they closed one of the cars and we were all seated. It was a problem for everyone in that car

Cecilia D C.

16 January 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlottesville start from R 381. The average price for this train route is around R 881. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Charlottesville?
The average train journey time from Washington to Charlottesville is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Washington to Charlottesville departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 346

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

You can expect to pay from R 346 to R 5 829 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 346, which is on 2025-12-12.