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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$198
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
8 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA will cost around $198 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 4 trains that leave Princeton, NJ for Charlottesville, VA on Thu, Dec 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 418 km distance in an average of 8 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 12 h 34 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 Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €197.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€137 Average price | €210 Average price | €79 Average price Cheapest |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 10m Average total duration 16h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Northeast Regional · 51 Cardinal | 10:43 AM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 8h00 | 6:43 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 1 transfer | |
| 89 Palmetto · 51 Cardinal | 11:56 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 6h47 | 6:43 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 1 transfer | |
| 51 Cardinal | 12:42 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 6h01 | 6:43 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 641 Keystone Service · 19 Crescent | 1:13 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 12h34 | 1:47 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 1 transfer | |
| 641 Keystone Service · 171 Northeast Regional | 1:13 PM Princeton Junction Station at West Windsor, West Windsor Township, NJ | 11h21 | 12:34 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 1 transfer | |
| 171 Northeast Regional | 6:46 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 5h48 | 12:34 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19 Crescent | 8:01 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 5h46 | 1:47 AM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA
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Trains from Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) 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 259 miles (418 km) distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 15:44 |
Train companies: Amtrak, NJ Transit from Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA trainsAmtrak, NJ Transit trains will get you between Princeton, NJ and Charlottesville, VA from $53 (€43). 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 Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ to Charlottesville, VA
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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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