How much does a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles to Charlottesville cost?

The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Charlottesville is $687. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Los Angeles 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 trip from Los Angeles to Charlottesville?

A train trip between Los Angeles and Charlottesville is around 3d , although the fastest train will take about 2d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3581 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Los Angeles and Charlottesville?

The number of trains from Los Angeles to Charlottesville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Charlottesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Charlottesville?

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

Train Los Angeles to Charlottesville from $389 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Charlottesville on November 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	Cheapest
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 23h	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	Fastest
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 9h	10:54am	Charlottesville Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 23h	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 23h	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:10 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours, and with fares starting at just $338, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2d 13hAverage Duration

3574 kmDistance

89kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$338 - $455	Average Duration2d 13h	CO₂ emissions 89kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$404 - $3,138	Average Duration3d	CO₂ emissions 325kg CO₂e

Train Los Angeles, US to Charlottesville: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket Price$687

Average train trip duration3d

Number of daily trains3

Earliest train departure5:19pm

Distance3573 km

Latest train departure10:00pm

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,567 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5567 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $404

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

Los Angeles to Charlottesville Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Charlottesville

How much does a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles to Charlottesville cost?
The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Charlottesville is $687. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Los Angeles 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 trip from Los Angeles to Charlottesville?
A train trip between Los Angeles and Charlottesville is around 3d , although the fastest train will take about 2d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3581 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Los Angeles and Charlottesville?
The number of trains from Los Angeles to Charlottesville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Charlottesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Charlottesville?
When taking the train from Los Angeles to Charlottesville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$765

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$652

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$567

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on Nov 7, 2025 with a price of $567

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

You can expect to pay from $567 to $4,687 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $567 which is on 2025-11-07.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Los Angeles and Charlottesville is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charlottesville.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Charlottesville you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

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

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Los Angeles to Charlottesville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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 travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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 travelling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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