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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Amtrak Station | Charlottesville Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charlottesville Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Charlottesville
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 5 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 270, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5737 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 1 270
Amtrak Charlotte Charlottesville recent customer reviews
Good customer service. We weren’t on time due to know fault of Amtrak(emergency on the track) Otherwise journey on Amtrak isn’t too bad
Debbie C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville 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 Charlotte to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Charlottesville start from R 1 270. The average price for this train route is around R 1 270. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Charlottesville?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Charlottesville is 5h 23m, covering a distance of 374 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Charlottesville?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Charlottesville departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 05:31.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville was searched and found on 18 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 207To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 207 to R 8 748 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 207, which is on 2026-01-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Charlotte, NC 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 R 1 270 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 270. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charlottesville, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte, NC to Charlottesville in about 5h 23m – that's the fastest way to get there!
