How much is the train ticket from Houston to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Charlottesville start from $261. The average price for this train route is around $261. 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 Houston to Charlottesville?

The average train ride duration from Houston to Charlottesville is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1119 miles (1805 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from Houston to Charlottesville at 12:10pm. And the latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Train Houston to Charlottesville from $251 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Charlottesville on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 21h	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 21h	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Charlottesville on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 21h	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 21h	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:33 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston 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 1 day, 15 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1117 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $336	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$261 - $261	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 164kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 $261

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, 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 Houston to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Charlottesville start from $261. The average price for this train route is around $261. 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 Houston to Charlottesville?
The average train ride duration from Houston to Charlottesville is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1119 miles (1805 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Houston to Charlottesville 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 Houston to Charlottesville?
The earliest train departs from Houston to Charlottesville at 12:10pm. And the latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/27

No data

11/28

No data

Today

No data

11/30

$532

12/01

No data

12/02

$251

12/03

No data

12/04

No data

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $251

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

You can expect to pay from $251 to $1,009 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $251 which is on 2025-12-02.