VA → NC · about 241 miles
Charlottesville to Gastonia train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Charlottesville to Gastonia. The fastest takes 6 hours 30 minutes; every train leaves at 8:52 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 6h 30m
- Leaves at
- 8:52 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charlottesville and arrives at Gastonia Amtrak Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:52 PM | 3:22 AM +1 day | 6h 30m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charlottesville Where you get off in Gastonia The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charlottesville
Where the train stops in Gastonia
Return trip: Gastonia to Charlottesville
Questions
How long is the train from Charlottesville to Gastonia?
The fastest direct train takes 6 hours 30 minutes; the typical trip is 6 hours 30 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charlottesville to Gastonia?
Every departure is at 8:52 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Charlottesville to Gastonia?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charlottesville?
Trains to Gastonia leave from Charlottesville Amtrak station.