How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Richmond start from SEK 314. The average price for this train route is around SEK 636. 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 Richmond?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Richmond is 5h 48m, covering a distance of 63 miles (102 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Richmond 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 Richmond?

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

Train Charlottesville to Richmond from SEK 452 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Richmond on April 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 48m	4:47pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 48m	4:47pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 48m	4:47pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Richmond on April 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 48m	4:47pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 48m	4:47pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	5h 48m	4:47pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Richmond on April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h	7:18pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h 29m	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h 29m	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h	7:18pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Richmond on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h	7:18pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h 29m	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h 29m	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	8h	7:18pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 12:34 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 5 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 314, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 48mAverage Duration

63 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceSEK 407 - SEK 1,358	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceSEK 314 - SEK 1,084	Average Duration5h 48m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5789 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 SEK 314

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Richmond, 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.

How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Richmond start from SEK 314. The average price for this train route is around SEK 636. 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 Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Richmond is 5h 48m, covering a distance of 63 miles (102 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Richmond 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 Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Richmond 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

04/19

SEK 1,196

04/20

SEK 1,036

Today

SEK 895

04/22

SEK 895

04/23

SEK 820

04/24

SEK 1,046

04/25

SEK 490

04/26

SEK 791

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Apr 25, 2026 with a price of SEK 490

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

You can expect to pay from SEK 490 to SEK 4,971 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 490 which is on 2026-04-25.

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

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h	Avg PriceSEK 689	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 48m	Avg PriceSEK 636	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Charlottesville and Richmond, 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 SEK 636 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from SEK 314. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Richmond, VA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US in about 5h 48m - that's the fastest way to get there!