How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Charlottesville start from $160. The average price for this train route is around $194. 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?

The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Charlottesville is 1d , covering a distance of 865 miles (1395 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?

The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Charlottesville at 9:10am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Train New Orleans to Charlottesville from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

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: Last Sunday at 9:13 AM 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$111 - $600	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $1,108	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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

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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Charlottesville start from $160. The average price for this train route is around $194. 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?
The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Charlottesville is 1d , covering a distance of 865 miles (1395 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?
The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Charlottesville at 9:10am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/30

No data

12/01

$322

Today

$224

12/03

$186

12/04

$186

12/05

$186

12/06

$186

12/07

$153

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $153

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 $153 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 $153 which is on 2025-12-07.