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How to get to Charlottesville by train
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- Trips per day
- 87
- train lines
- 4
- Stations
- 1
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About Charlottesville
Lovingly called Mr. Jefferson’s City by locals, Charlottesville is one of Virginia's best destinations with plenty of interesting attractions to draw in not only fans of history but also of arts and culture. The prime attraction of the city is the famous estate of Thomas Jefferson, Monticello. This 5,000-acre estate has a mansion that is an architectural masterpiece that combines Parisian and Italian elements, giving you a day’s worth of exploration. For those looking for a more idyllic landscape, try Carter Mountain Orchard, which offers apple-picking sessions as well. The University of Virginia is also a must-not-miss destination. As the only university in the U.S. to be designated a World Heritage Site, it offers interesting insights into the history of education of the country.
Charlottesville’s wines are famous around the country, and the Monticello Wine Trail is perfect for trying out the best wines that the region has to offer. For an amazing dinner experience, C & O Restaurant, which has been in business since 1976, will be a great choice.
The city’s busiest bus stop is the Greyhound bus stop located downtown at 310 W Main St. For trains, head over to the nearby Amtrak train station, also on W Main St. Charlottesville is served by Amtrak’s Cardinal, Crescent and Northeast Regional lines. The city’s main airport is the Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport, 8 miles from the city.
Station Information
The Union Station in Charlottesville opened in 1885 and today remains the centre of rail transport in Charlottesville. Three Amtrak lines run through the Charlottesville station: the Cardinal route from Chicago to New York, the Crescent route from New Orleans to New York, and the Northeast Regional route from Roanoke to Boston. Inside the barn-red building, you can have a seat in the indoor waiting room, purchase a snack to go from vending machines, or learn more about Charlottesville from the tourism pamphlets available. The station is just steps away from the University of Virginia campus, and from the station, you can stroll to one of many excellent restaurants along Main Street.
Popular train stations in Charlottesville:
- Train Station - 810 W Main St
What train companies travel to Charlottesville, VA?
Located in Virginia, Charlottesville is accessible by train from 45 other cities. You can choose from 87 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Charlottesville on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Charlottesville are also available.
Train companies serving Charlottesville
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 179 | 9 hrs, 35 mins | £110.74 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 40 | 4 hrs, 14 mins | £64.62 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 22 | 3 hrs, 42 mins | £114.61 |
| Amtrak Cardinal | 21 | 4 hrs, 34 mins | £194.77 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes travelling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power sockets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power sockets and extra legroom.
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power sockets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café.
Which train carrier has the best service to Charlottesville?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Charlottesville by train with Amtrak Northeast Regional, giving it a 4.7 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak Cardinal had the most comfortable train service to Charlottesville, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Cardinal at 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Charlottesville punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak Crescent has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Charlottesville, rating it 4.6 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
£7.48 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Charlottesville, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Charlottesville. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Charlottesville was £7.48.
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The main train station in Charlottesville is Train Station - 810 W Main St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Charlottesville.
The closest airport to Charlottesville is Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO), located 7.6 miles from the city centre of Charlottesville.
Charlottesville ranks number 4 among the most popular train destinations in Virginia. Charlottesville ranks number 43 among train destinations in the country. Charlottesville ranks number 7 in Virginia by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 65 direct train schedules arriving in Charlottesville each day.
The population of Charlottesville is 46,597. It ranks number 7 by population in Virginia. It ranks number 206 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Charlottesville, under 60 miles, can cost as little as £7.48. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Charlottesville starts at £9.72. A longer trip by train to Charlottesville can be as cheap as £24.67. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as £11.96.
People who take the train to Charlottesville are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Charlottesville easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Charlottesville is Train Station - 810 W Main St, located just 0.9 miles away. Select Train Station - 810 W Main St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Charlottesville. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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| Washington, DC | 2 hrs, 38 mins | £59.51 |
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