WV → VA · about 171 miles
Charleston to Charlottesville train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Charleston to Charlottesville. The fastest takes 7 hours 4 minutes; every train leaves at 8:31 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 7h 04m
- Leaves at
- 8:31 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charleston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:31 AM | 3:35 PM | 7h 04m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Charleston Where you get off in Charlottesville The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charleston
Where the train stops in Charlottesville
Return trip: Charlottesville to Charleston
Questions
How long is the train from Charleston to Charlottesville?
The fastest direct train takes 7 hours 4 minutes; the typical trip is 7 hours 4 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charleston to Charlottesville?
Every departure is at 8:31 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Charleston to Charlottesville?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charleston?
Trains to Charlottesville leave from Charleston Amtrak station.