The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ
Cheapest price
$166
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
6 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ 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 Short Hills, NJ will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charlottesville, VA for Short Hills, NJ on Sat, Jan 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 468 km distance in an average of 6 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 52 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 6 h 52 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €75. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €75, and a train costs an average of €131.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€131 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest |
7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ
Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $166 (€131) but you can travel from only $96 (€75) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 23:01, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 6h 52m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $166 (€131) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 52m |
First train 23:01 |
Last train 23:01 |
FAQs: Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ 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 Short Hills, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville, VA to Short Hills, NJ
- 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
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