How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Tampa?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Tampa start from $183. The average price for this train route is around $244. 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 Tampa?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Tampa is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 732 miles (1180 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Tampa 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 Tampa?

The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Tampa at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 8:55am.

Train Charlottesville to Tampa from $234 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Tampa on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Tampa on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Tampa on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Tampa on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 3h	12:27pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

724 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$149 - $412	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$183 - $468	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 107kg 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 $183

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 Tampa 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 Tampa?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Tampa start from $183. The average price for this train route is around $244. 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 Tampa?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Tampa is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 732 miles (1180 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Tampa 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 Tampa?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Tampa at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 8:55am.

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

$271

12/12

$334

Today

No data

12/14

No data

12/15

$234

12/16

$251

12/17

$296

12/18

$342

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Tampa was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $234

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

You can expect to pay from $234 to $1,799 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $234 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Tampa?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$251	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 3h	Avg Price$244	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Charlottesville and Tampa is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $244 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $183. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Tampa, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Tampa in about 1d 3h - that's the fastest way to get there!