How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Alexandria?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Alexandria start from R 304. The average price for this train route is around R 597. 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 Alexandria?

The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Alexandria is 2h 9m, covering a distance of 152 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Alexandria 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 Alexandria?

The earliest train from Charlottesville to Alexandria departs at 10:59. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Train Charlottesville to Alexandria from R 270 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to Alexandria on 8 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:25	Charlottesville Station	2h 5m	14:30	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:25	Charlottesville Station	2h 5m	14:30	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	15:44	Charlottesville Station	2h 43m	18:27	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	15:44	Charlottesville Station	2h 43m	18:27	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Charlottesville Station	2h 9m	21:10	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Alexandria on 9 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:01	Charlottesville Station	2h 9m	21:10	Alexandria Station	Cheapest
Train	11:18	Charlottesville Station	2h 6m	13:24	Alexandria Station	Fastest
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	11:18	Charlottesville Station	2h 6m	13:24	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Alexandria on 10 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:18	Charlottesville Station	2h 6m	13:24	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	15:44	Charlottesville Station	2h 43m	18:27	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Charlottesville Station	2h 9m	21:10	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Alexandria on 11 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:25	Charlottesville Station	2h 5m	14:30	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	12:25	Charlottesville Station	2h 5m	14:30	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Charlottesville Station	2h 9m	21:10	Alexandria Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlottesville to Alexandria on 12 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:25	Charlottesville Station	2h 5m	14:30	Alexandria Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Charlottesville Station	2h 20m	13:19	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	12:25	Charlottesville Station	2h 5m	14:30	Alexandria Station	No tags
Train	19:01	Charlottesville Station	2h 9m	21:10	Alexandria Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:46 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Alexandria

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Alexandria. The journey takes about 2 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 372, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 9mAverage duration

152 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 372 - R 372	Average duration2h 9m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 304 - R 8 838	Average duration2h 9m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 798 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5798 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 304

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US 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 Alexandria?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Alexandria start from R 304. The average price for this train route is around R 597. 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 Alexandria?
The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Alexandria is 2h 9m, covering a distance of 152 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Alexandria 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 Alexandria?
The earliest train from Charlottesville to Alexandria departs at 10:59. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/05

R 338

07/05

R 490

Today

R 895

09/05

R 490

10/05

R 760

11/05

R 490

12/05

R 490

13/05

R 338

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on 06 May 2026 with a price of R 338

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, VA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 338 to R 7 389 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 338, which is on 2026-05-13.