How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Cleveland?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Cleveland start from R 1 758. The average price for this train route is around R 3 334. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Cleveland?

The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Cleveland is 15h 54m, covering a distance of 474 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Cleveland route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Cleveland?

The earliest train from Charlottesville to Cleveland departs at 08:55. And the latest train departs at 13:52.

Train Charlottesville to Cleveland from R 1 367 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to Cleveland on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:18	Charlottesville Station	15h 35m	02:53	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:18	Charlottesville Station	15h 35m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:18	Charlottesville Station	15h 35m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Cleveland on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:55	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	02:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	02:53	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:55	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Cleveland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:55	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	02:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	02:53	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:55	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:55	Charlottesville Station	17h 58m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	15h 54m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 9:35 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 20 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 265, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

20hAverage duration

473 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 265 - R 4 033	Average duration20h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 758 - R 17 763	Average duration15h 54m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 758

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Cleveland, OH, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Cleveland?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Cleveland start from R 1 758. The average price for this train route is around R 3 334. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Cleveland?
The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Cleveland is 15h 54m, covering a distance of 474 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Cleveland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Cleveland?
The earliest train from Charlottesville to Cleveland departs at 08:55. And the latest train departs at 13:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/12

R 2 457

12/12

R 3 062

Today

R 3 201

14/12

R 2 751

15/12

R 3 079

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R 2 889

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18/12

R 2 578

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 457

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 457 to R 21 415 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 578, which is on 2025-12-18.