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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 3 trains that leave Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €305.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€72 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €338 Average price |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration 13h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 20 Crescent | 3:59 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 5h09 | 9:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional | 4:18 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 5h43 | 10:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 156 Northeast Regional | 4:18 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 5h14 | 9:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 50 Cardinal | 8:44 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 5h07 | 1:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 66 Northeast Regional | 12:01 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 5h05 | 5:06 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
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Trains from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€34) but you can travel from only $37 (€29) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:59, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€34) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 14:59 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $37 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- The Local
- Maya Restaurant
- Public Fish & Oyster
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Graduate Charlottesville
- Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
- Omni Charlottesville Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform area for boarding
- Bus: Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) services available
WifiLockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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Most popular train connections to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
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