Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA train

Fri, Dec 19
+ Add return
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
iryo
Italo
AVE
1,000+ travel companies
Regionale
Deutsche Bahn
iryo
Italo
AVE
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a bus costs an average of €25.

Distance: 82 miles (132 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€26

Average price

2h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 39m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

3h 5m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA train times

The table below shows live departures for Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:29 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak9:41 PM Fairfax Station, VA
1h53
11:34 PM Charlottesville, VA0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA by bus or train

Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
Dec 19
Sat
Dec 20
Sun
Dec 21
Mon
Dec 22
Tue
Dec 23
Wed
Dec 24
Thu
Dec 25

Journey information

Overview: Train from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA

USAUSA
USAUSA
Icon of train

Trains from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:09, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 1h 31m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
82 miles (132 km)
Average train duration
1h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€16)
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 31m
First train
09:09
Last train
19:22
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Trains from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfax Station, VA 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.

FAQs
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Charlottesville, VA is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Monticello, the University of Virginia, local wineries, and the historic downtown area.
In Charlottesville, VA, you can visit the IX Art Park for an interactive art experience or explore the Virginia Discovery Museum with your family. Enjoy a wine tasting tour at local vineyards or attend a show at the historic Paramount Theater. For scenic beauty, take a drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Don't miss Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's historic home, or the University of Virginia for its architecture. The Downtown Mall offers shopping and dining, while Shenandoah National Park and Carter Mountain Orchard provide outdoor adventures and stunning views.
The train from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA takes 1h 31m and runs 5 per day.
The last train from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA leaves at 7:22 PM.
Train ticket prices from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $19 (€16), while the average price is around $22 (€18).
Yes, a day trip from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA is feasible, as the travel duration is 1h 31m, with a distance of 82 miles (132 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
There is no direct train service currently available from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA.
The distance by train from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA is 82 miles (132 km).
The cheapest way to get from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA is by train, with a cost of around $19 (€16).
The first train from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA leaves at 9:09 AM.
The train station in Fairfax Station, VA that goes to Charlottesville, VA is Manassas Station, Manassas, VA, which connects to Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA.
No, you cannot take the train from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA.
The train journey from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA is considered scenic, offering views of the rolling hills of Virginia, picturesque countryside, and sections of lush forests.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA

Fairfax Station
Charlottesville
Charlottesville AmtrakWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
810 West Main Street, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available near the station.
Dining
Dining
  • The Local
  • Maya Restaurant
  • Public Fish & Oyster
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • $1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Graduate Charlottesville
  • Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
  • Omni Charlottesville Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
  • Platform area for boarding
Public transit options for Charlottesville Amtrak
  • Bus: Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) services available

More options for your journey from Fairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Tickets and more information for trains to Charlottesville, VA

Most popular trains to and from Charlottesville, VA and Fairfax Station, VA

Train Birmingham, AL - Charlottesville, VA
Train Lynchburg, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Roanoke, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Williamsburg, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Fairfax Station, VA - New York, NY
Train Newark, DE - Charlottesville, VA
Train Hartford, CT - Charlottesville, VA
Train Dulles International Airport - Charlottesville, VA
Train Blacksburg, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Orange Lake, NY - Charlottesville, VA
Train Culpeper, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Fairfax, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Columbia, SC - Charlottesville, VA
Train Arlington, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Ronald Reagan National Airport - Charlottesville, VA
Train Boston, MA - Charlottesville, VA
Train Florence, SC - Charlottesville, VA
Train Madison, WI - Charlottesville, VA
Train Princeton, NJ - Charlottesville, VA
Train Vienna, VA - Charlottesville, VA
Train New Brunswick, NJ - Charlottesville, VA
Train Quincy, IL - Charlottesville, VA
Train Springfield, VA - Charlottesville, VA
HomeTrainsTrains in USATrain Times to Charlottesville, VAFairfax Station, VA to Charlottesville, VA train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone