VA → LA · about 866 miles
Charlottesville to New Orleans train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Charlottesville to New Orleans. The fastest takes 25 hours 20 minutes; every train leaves at 8:52 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 25h 20m
- Leaves at
- 8:52 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charlottesville and arrives at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. 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 | 9:12 PM +1 day | 25h 20m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charlottesville Where you get off in New Orleans The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charlottesville
Where the train stops in New Orleans
- New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal Map of New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (Google Maps)
Return trip: New Orleans to Charlottesville
Questions
How long is the train from Charlottesville to New Orleans?
The fastest direct train takes 25 hours 20 minutes; the typical trip is 25 hours 20 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charlottesville to New Orleans?
Every departure is at 8:52 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Charlottesville to New Orleans?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charlottesville?
Trains to New Orleans leave from Charlottesville Amtrak station.