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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Charlottesville Station | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Staples Mill Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charlottesville Station | Staples Mill Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5829 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 CA$61
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US 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 Charlottesville to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Richmond start from CA$61. The average price for this train route is around CA$119. 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 Charlottesville to Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Richmond is 8h, covering a distance of 63 miles (102 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Richmond at 10:59am. And the latest train departs at 11:18am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jun 23, 2026 with a price of CA$88To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CA$88 to CA$834 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$88 which is on 2026-06-24.
