How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Cleveland?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Cleveland start from $102. The average price for this train route is around $193. 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 Charlottesville to Cleveland?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Cleveland is 15h 54m, covering a distance of 294 miles (474 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Cleveland 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 Charlottesville to Cleveland?

The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Cleveland at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 1:52pm.

Train Charlottesville to Cleveland from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Cleveland on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	15h 35m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	15h 35m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	15h 35m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Cleveland on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Cleveland on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 9:35 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 20 hours and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

20hAverage Duration

294 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $234	Average Duration20h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$102 - $1,027	Average Duration15h 54m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 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 $102

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Cleveland, OH, US 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 Charlottesville to Cleveland?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Cleveland start from $102. The average price for this train route is around $193. 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 Charlottesville to Cleveland?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Cleveland is 15h 54m, covering a distance of 294 miles (474 km). The quickest train can get you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Cleveland 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 Charlottesville to Cleveland?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Cleveland at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 1:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$142

12/12

$177

Today

$185

12/14

$159

12/15

$178

12/16

$167

12/17

No data

12/18

$149

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $142

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

You can expect to pay from $142 to $1,238 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-12-18.