How much does a train ticket from Charleston to Charlottesville cost?

The average train ticket price from Charleston to Charlottesville is $328. The best way to find train tickets from Charleston to Charlottesville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Charleston to Charlottesville?

A train trip between Charleston and Charlottesville is around 23h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 16h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 367 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Charleston and Charlottesville?

The number of trains from Charleston to Charlottesville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Charleston to Charlottesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Charleston to Charlottesville?

When taking the train from Charleston to Charlottesville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Charleston to Charlottesville from $137 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charleston to Charlottesville on September 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:34pm	Charleston Station	15h 56m	1:30pm	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
9:34pm	Charleston Station	15h 56m	1:30pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
9:34pm	Charleston Station	16h 9m	1:43pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
9:34pm	Charleston Station	16h 9m	1:43pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
9:34pm	Charleston Station	23h 13m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Charlottesville on September 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:34pm	Charleston Station	21h 58m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
9:34pm	Charleston Station	21h 58m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
9:34pm	Charleston Station	21h 58m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
9:34pm	Charleston Station	23h 13m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
9:34pm	Charleston Station	23h 13m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Charlottesville on September 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:34pm	Charleston Station	23h 13m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
		9:34pm	Charleston Station	23h 13m	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Charlottesville.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$119 - $142	Average Duration19h 35m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$166 - $405	Average Duration23h 13m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to Charlottesville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 19 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $119, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19h 35mAverage Duration

$119Cheapest ticket

15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$328

Average train trip duration23h 13m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:34pm

Distance366 miles (589 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,439 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5439 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 $166

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Charleston to Charlottesville Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/31

$315

09/01

$315

Today

$185

09/03

No data

09/04

$157

09/05

$224

09/06

No data

09/07

$268

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of $157

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

You can expect to pay from $157 to $995 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $157 which is on 2025-09-04.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Charlottesville, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Charleston and Charlottesville, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Charleston to Charlottesville.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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