How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Providence?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Providence start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $276. 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 Providence?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Providence is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 457 miles (737 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Providence route?

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

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

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

Train Charlottesville to Providence from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Providence on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:01pm	Charlottesville Station	14h 14m	9:15am	Providence Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	11h 21m	10:20pm	Providence Station	Fastest
	Train	7:01pm	Charlottesville Station	14h 14m	9:15am	Providence Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	11h 21m	10:20pm	Providence Station	No tags
	Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	11h 48m	8:43pm	Providence Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Providence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 16 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16h 50mAverage Duration

457 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$78 - $194	Average Duration16h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $1,548	Average Duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5650 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 $75

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 Providence 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 Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Providence start from $75. The average price for this train route is around $276. 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 Providence?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Providence is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 457 miles (737 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Providence route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Providence?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Providence 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

12/13

$234

12/14

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Today

$234

12/16

$234

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12/20

$179

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Providence was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $179

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

You can expect to pay from $179 to $537 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $179 which is on 2025-12-20.