How much is the train ticket from Washington to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlottesville start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $39. 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 Washington to Charlottesville?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Charlottesville is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 100 miles (162 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Charlottesville route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Charlottesville?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Charlottesville at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Charlottesville from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Charlottesville on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:00pm	Union Station	2h 32m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Union Station	2h 32m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Union Station	2h 32m	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	8:15am	Union Station	2h 25m	10:40am	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Union Station	2h 44m	1:43pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 25mAverage Duration

100 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $62	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $400	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5627 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 $22

Amtrak Washington Charlottesville recent customer reviews

Hi The only thing I don’t like is that they closed one of the cars and we were all seated. It was a problem for everyone in that car

Cecilia D C.

January 16, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlottesville start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $39. 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 Washington to Charlottesville?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Charlottesville is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 100 miles (162 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Charlottesville?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Charlottesville at 8:15am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

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

$20

12/05

$20

Today

$20

12/07

$20

12/08

$20

12/09

$20

12/10

$20

12/11

$20

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $337 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-07.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 5m	Avg Price$42	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 25m	Avg Price$39	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US 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 $39 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $22. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charlottesville, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville in about 2h 25m - that's the fastest way to get there!