How much does a train ticket from New Orleans to Charlottesville cost?

The average train ticket price from New Orleans to Charlottesville is $194. The best way to find train tickets from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?

A train trip between New Orleans and Charlottesville is around 1d , although the fastest train will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 863 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between New Orleans and Charlottesville?

The number of trains from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New Orleans to Charlottesville?

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

Train New Orleans to Charlottesville from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans 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	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:35pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:35pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:35pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:47 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d Average Duration

865 milesDistance

127kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$103 - $369	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $724	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5619 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 $160

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Charlottesville by train

How much does a train ticket from New Orleans to Charlottesville cost?
How long is the train trip from New Orleans to Charlottesville?
How many daily trains are there between New Orleans and Charlottesville?
Which train companies travel from New Orleans to Charlottesville?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/29

$322

11/30

No data

Today

$322

12/02

$224

12/03

$186

12/04

$186

12/05

$186

12/06

$186

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $186

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

You can expect to pay from $186 to $1,592 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $186 which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Charlottesville?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 11h	Avg Price$212	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d	Avg Price$194	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between New Orleans and Charlottesville is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $194 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $160. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charlottesville, choose the train, as it will take you from New Orleans to Charlottesville in about 1d - that's the fastest way to get there!