Train from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlottesville on December 7
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AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Charlottesville StationCheapestFastest
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 5 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
5h 9mAverage Duration
222 milesDistance
33kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$36 - $250Average Duration11h 30m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$41 - $487Average Duration5h 9m
33kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Charlottesville?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Charlottesville start from $41. The average price for this train route is around $115. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Charlottesville?

    The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Charlottesville is 5h 9m, covering a distance of 222 miles (358 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Charlottesville route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Charlottesville?

    The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Charlottesville at 5:34am. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/04
$78
12/05
$109
Today
$78
12/07
$78
12/08
$63
12/09
$63
12/10
$38
12/11
$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $38

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

You can expect to pay from $38 to $469 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-10.

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