Trains tickets from Charlottesville, VA to Richmond, VA

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Today23 Feb
Tomorrow24 Feb
from US$44
Tue25 Feb
from US$32
Wed26 Feb
from US$32
Thu27 Feb
from US$52
Fri28 Feb
from US$62
Sat1 Mar
Sun2 Mar

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 24 February at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: 24 February at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 24 February at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: 24 February at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 February at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: 24 February at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 February at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: 24 February at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 February at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: 24 February at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Charlottesville to Richmond: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$54
Average train trip duration7h 52m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure08:55
Distance62 miles
Latest train departure11:18

Charlottesville to Richmond Trains

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlottesville - Richmond

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond cost?

    The average train ticket price from Charlottesville to Richmond is US$54. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charlottesville to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Charlottesville to Richmond?

    A train trip between Charlottesville and Richmond is around 7h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 62 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Charlottesville and Richmond?

    The number of trains from Charlottesville to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Charlottesville to Richmond by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Charlottesville to Richmond?

    When taking the train from Charlottesville to Richmond, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
21/02
US$62
22/02
US$32
Today
US$94
24/02
US$44
25/02
US$32
26/02
US$32
27/02
US$52
28/02
US$62
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Richmond was searched and found on 22 Feb 2025 with a price of US$32

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

You can expect to pay from US$32 to US$294 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$32, which is on 2025-02-25.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Charlottesville and Richmond is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Richmond.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Richmond, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Charlottesville and Richmond, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Charlottesville to Richmond.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Richmond?

%{brand}s logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Charlottesville and Richmond is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$54 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$30. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Richmond, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Richmond in about 7h 52m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Richmond to Charlottesville

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