VA → AL · about 608 miles
Charlottesville to Tuscaloosa train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Charlottesville to Tuscaloosa. The fastest takes 18 hours 6 minutes; every train leaves at 8:52 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 18h 06m
- Leaves at
- 8:52 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charlottesville and arrives at Tuscaloosa 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 | 1:58 PM +1 day | 18h 06m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Charlottesville Where you get off in Tuscaloosa The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charlottesville
Where the train stops in Tuscaloosa
Return trip: Tuscaloosa to Charlottesville
Questions
How long is the train from Charlottesville to Tuscaloosa?
The fastest direct train takes 18 hours 6 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 6 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charlottesville to Tuscaloosa?
Every departure is at 8:52 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Charlottesville to Tuscaloosa?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charlottesville?
Trains to Tuscaloosa leave from Charlottesville Amtrak station.