Trains tickets from Charlottesville to Alexandria (VA), US

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TodayApr 29
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TomorrowApr 30
ThuMay 1
FriMay 2
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SatMay 3
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SunMay 4
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MonMay 5
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TueMay 6

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Alexandria
    Destination location: Alexandria Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Alexandria.

Bus
Average Price$58 - $58Average Duration2h 50m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$18 - $246Average Duration2h 11m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlottesville to Alexandria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Alexandria. The journey takes about 2 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2h 11mAverage Duration
$18Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Charlottesville to Alexandria: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$48
Average train trip duration2h 11m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure8:55am
Distance94 miles (151 km)
Latest train departure7:01pm

Charlottesville to Alexandria Train

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

Best price found
04/27
$29
04/28
$29
Today
$20
04/30
$16
05/01
$29
05/02
$33
05/03
$20
05/04
$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Alexandria was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $327 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Alexandria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-04-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charlottesville to Alexandria is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Alexandria, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Charlottesville and Alexandria, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Charlottesville to Alexandria, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Charlottesville and Alexandria is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $48 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Alexandria, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Alexandria in about 2h 11m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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