How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh start from $101. The average price for this train route is around $182. 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 Pittsburgh?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh is 12h 41m, covering a distance of 185 miles (298 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 22m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh at 10:59am. And the latest train departs at 11:18am.

Train Charlottesville to Pittsburgh from $107 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Pittsburgh on April 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	12h 41m	11:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	12h 41m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Pittsburgh on April 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	12h 41m	11:40pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	12h 41m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:20 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 10 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 35mAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$60 - $226	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$101 - $748	Average Duration12h 41m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 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 $101

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh start from $101. The average price for this train route is around $182. 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 Pittsburgh?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh is 12h 41m, covering a distance of 185 miles (298 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh at 10:59am. And the latest train departs at 11:18am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/07

$173

04/08

$173

Today

$194

04/10

$194

04/11

$160

04/12

$124

04/13

No data

04/14

$165

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Apr 12, 2026 with a price of $124

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

You can expect to pay from $124 to $754 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2026-04-12.