MA → VA · about 494 miles
Boston to Charlottesville train schedule
Amtrak runs 5 direct trains a week from Boston to Charlottesville starting November 16. The fastest takes 11 hours 22 minutes; every train leaves at 8:12 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 5
- Fastest trip
- 11h 22m
- Leaves at
- 8:12 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Boston and arrives at Charlottesville. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:12 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 22m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Boston Where you get off in Charlottesville The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Boston
Where the train stops in Charlottesville
Return trip: Charlottesville to Boston
Questions
How long is the train from Boston to Charlottesville?
The fastest direct train takes 11 hours 22 minutes; the typical trip is 11 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Boston to Charlottesville?
Every departure is at 8:12 AM (Mon–Fri).
Which rail companies go from Boston to Charlottesville?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Boston?
Trains to Charlottesville leave from Boston (South Station).