How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Lynchburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Lynchburg start from R 199. The average price for this train route is around R 232. 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 Lynchburg?

The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Lynchburg is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 91 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Lynchburg route?

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

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

The earliest train from Charlottesville to Lynchburg departs at 10:07. And the latest train departs at 20:52.

Train Charlottesville to Lynchburg from R 166 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to Lynchburg on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:42	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	20:50	Kemper Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	19:42	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	20:50	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Lynchburg on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
Train	19:42	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	20:50	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:42	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	20:50	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Lynchburg on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Lynchburg on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Lynchburg on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Lynchburg on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	1h 8m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:07	Charlottesville Station	1h 15m	11:22	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	19:44	Charlottesville Station	1h 10m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Lynchburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lynchburg. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 199, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1h 10mAverage duration

91 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 351 - R 574	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 199 - R 603	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 199

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Lynchburg, VA 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 Lynchburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Lynchburg start from R 199. The average price for this train route is around R 232. 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 Lynchburg?
The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Lynchburg is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 91 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Lynchburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Lynchburg?
The earliest train from Charlottesville to Lynchburg departs at 10:07. And the latest train departs at 20:52.

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Lynchburg, VA was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 166

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

You can expect to pay from R 166 to R 3 029 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Lynchburg, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 166, which is on 2026-02-01.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Lynchburg, VA?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 15m	Avg priceR 400	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 10m	Avg priceR 232	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between Charlottesville and Lynchburg, VA 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 232 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 199. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lynchburg, VA, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Lynchburg, VA in about 1h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!