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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 | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charlottesville Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charlottesville Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charlottesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charlottesville Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charlottesville Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Charlottesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5654 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $82
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Charlottesville by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Albany to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Charlottesville start from $82. The average price for this train route is around $250. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Charlottesville?
The average train ride duration from Albany to Charlottesville is 11h 19m, covering a distance of 404 miles (652 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Albany to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Albany to Charlottesville?
The earliest train departs from Albany to Charlottesville at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 7:40pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $131To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Charlottesville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $131 to $952 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $131 which is on 2025-12-23.
