How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to St. Louis start from $176. The average price for this train route is around $373. 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 St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to St. Louis is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 635 miles (1024 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?

The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to St. Louis at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 1:52pm.

Train Charlottesville to St. Louis from $238 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to St. Louis on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 11h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	1d 9h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 11h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	8:55am	Charlottesville Station	1d 11h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	1d 9h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to St. Louis on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	1d 8h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	1:52pm	Charlottesville Station	1d 6h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	1:52pm	Charlottesville Station	1d 6h	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Charlottesville Station	1d 9h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	1:52pm	Charlottesville Station	1d 9h	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $119, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

635 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$119 - $211	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$176 - $1,575	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,630 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5630 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 $176

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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to St. Louis start from $176. The average price for this train route is around $373. 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 St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to St. Louis is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 635 miles (1024 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to St. Louis at 8:55am. And the latest train departs at 1:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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12/07

$226

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$250

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $226

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

You can expect to pay from $226 to $1,109 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $250 which is on 2025-12-10.