The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA
Cheapest price
$782
Average price
$877
Fastest journey
6 h 28 m
Average duration
7 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA will cost around $877 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $782.
It's difficult to get from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA without transferring at least 2 times.




Live departures
Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:01 PM Charlottesville, VA | 11h59 | 7:00 AM Harrisburg, PA | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
![]() | 8:55 AM Charlottesville, VA | 7h40 | 4:35 PM Harrisburg, PA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:59 AM Charlottesville, VA | 6h28 | 5:27 PM Harrisburg, PA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA
Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $265 (€215) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 13:05. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $265 (€215) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 13:05 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlottesville, VA and Harrisburg, PA from $265 (€215). 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, VA to Harrisburg, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville, VA to Harrisburg, PA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
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