The cheapest and fastest trains from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Dulles International Airport for Charlottesville, VA on Wed, Jan 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 28 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Wed, Jan 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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 Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA trains for today, Tuesday, January 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
171 Northeast Regional | 10:41 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 1h53 | 12:34 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 11:00 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 1h34 | 12:34 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 28 | |||||
19 Crescent | 12:22 AM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 1h25 | 1:47 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:09 PM Dulles International Airport | 1h31 | 2:40 PM Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA
Trains from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:09, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 13:09 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Dulles International Airport and Charlottesville, VA from $16 (€12). 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 Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dulles International Airport to Charlottesville, VA
- 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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