The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$325
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ will cost around $325 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 4 trains that leave Charlottesville, VA for Trenton, NJ on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, 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 flight which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a train costs an average of $144.
Distance: 251 miles (404 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$305 Average price | $130 Average price Cheapest | $278 Average price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 45m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:59 AM Charlottesville, VA | 5h43 | 4:42 PM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:18 AM Charlottesville, VA | 5h24 | 4:42 PM Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:18 AM Charlottesville, VA | 5h40 | 4:58 PM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:44 PM Charlottesville, VA | 5h43 | 9:27 PM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 PM Charlottesville, VA | 11h24 | 6:25 AM Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $144 (€117) but you can travel from only $75 (€61) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 15:44. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (404 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 251 miles (404 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $144 (€117) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 15:44 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlottesville, VA and Trenton, NJ from $75 (€61). 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 Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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