How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charlottesville start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $102. 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 Richmond to Charlottesville?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Charlottesville is 8h 28m, covering a distance of 62 miles (99 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Charlottesville 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 Richmond to Charlottesville?

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Charlottesville at 4:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Train Richmond to Charlottesville from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Charlottesville on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	8h 28m	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
12:52pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 42m	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	8h 51m	1:43pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	15h 55m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	15h 55m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charlottesville on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:42am	Main Street Station	3h 48m	1:30pm	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
9:42am	Main Street Station	3h 48m	1:30pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	8h 51m	1:43pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	8h 51m	1:43pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	15h 55m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:35 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

68 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $187	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $983	Average Duration8h 28m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $42

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Charlottesville 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 Richmond to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charlottesville start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $102. 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 Richmond to Charlottesville?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Charlottesville is 8h 28m, covering a distance of 62 miles (99 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Charlottesville 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 Richmond to Charlottesville?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Charlottesville at 4:52am. And the latest train departs at 12:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$39

12/10

$60

Today

$77

12/12

$91

12/13

$39

12/14

$46

12/15

$48

12/16

$60

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $897 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-13.