Train from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Charlottesville to Alexandria on December 12
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Charlottesville Station
Alexandria StationCheapest
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Charlottesville Station
Alexandria StationFastest
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Charlottesville Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Alexandria

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Alexandria. The journey takes about 2 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2h 11mAverage Duration
94 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$58 - $58Average Duration2h 50m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$22 - $312Average Duration2h 11m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Alexandria?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Alexandria start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Alexandria?

    The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Alexandria is 2h 11m, covering a distance of 94 miles (152 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Alexandria route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Alexandria?

    The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Alexandria at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12/09
$33
12/10
$29
Today
$53
12/12
$60
12/13
$29
12/14
$45
12/15
$33
12/16
$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $505 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Charlottesville and Alexandria, VA, 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 $48 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $22. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Alexandria, VA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US in about 2h 11m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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