How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Houston start from $215. The average price for this train route is around $249. 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 Houston?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Houston is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1119 miles (1805 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Houston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Houston?

The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Houston at 8:52pm. And the latest train departs at 8:52pm.

Train Charlottesville to Houston from $206 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Houston on February 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:52pm	Charlottesville Station	1d 22h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
8:52pm	Charlottesville Station	1d 22h	6:18pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:59am	Charlottesville Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Houston on February 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:32pm	Charlottesville Station	2d	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
2:32pm	Charlottesville Station	2d	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:59am	Charlottesville Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:59am	Charlottesville Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Houston on February 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:32pm	Charlottesville Station	2d	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		10:59am	Charlottesville Station	2d 3h	1:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:55 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1123 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $341	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$215 - $474	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 164kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,758 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5758 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 $215

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Houston, 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 Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Houston start from $215. The average price for this train route is around $249. 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 Houston?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Houston is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1119 miles (1805 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Houston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Houston?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Houston at 8:52pm. And the latest train departs at 8:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/08

$363

02/09

$239

Today

$407

02/11

$397

02/12

$456

02/13

$381

02/14

No data

02/15

$911

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Houston, US was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $239

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

You can expect to pay from $239 to $1,434 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $381 which is on 2026-02-13.