How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Charlottesville?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Charlottesville start from $146. The average price for this train route is around $190. 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 St. Louis to Charlottesville?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Charlottesville is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 635 miles (1024 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Charlottesville route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Charlottesville?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Charlottesville at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Charlottesville from $139 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlottesville on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 10h	7:34pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 6h	3:35pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 10h	7:32pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 11h	8:47pm	Charlottesville Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

635 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$101 - $215	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$146 - $421	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5753 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 $146

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Charlottesville?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Charlottesville start from $146. The average price for this train route is around $190. 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 St. Louis to Charlottesville?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Charlottesville is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 635 miles (1024 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Charlottesville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Charlottesville?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Charlottesville at 8:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10am.

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

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Charlottesville was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $168

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

You can expect to pay from $168 to $1,006 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2026-02-05.