The cheapest and fastest trains from Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Springfield, VA 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 Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 1 trains that leave Springfield, VA for Charlottesville, VA on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 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 Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:35 PM Springfield, VA | 1h57 | 11:32 PM Charlottesville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Springfield to Charlottesville.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA
Trains from Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:35, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 08:35 |
Last train 19:01 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Springfield, VA and Charlottesville, VA from $19 (€15). 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 Springfield, VA to Charlottesville, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Springfield, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Springfield, VA 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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