How to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA

There are 3 options to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Charlottesville, VA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA is a train with an average price of $60 (€48).

This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA:

A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $65 (€52).

A train is $282 (€226) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $341 (€275).

The fastest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 12m.

Other travel options to Charlottesville, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 5m.

Bus takes on average 10h 12m.

The distance from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA is approximately 221 miles (357 km).

The average frequency per day from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA is:

• Around 19 flights per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Philadelphia, PA and Charlottesville, VA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA:

• Flights mostly depart from Philadelphia International Airport and arrive in Albemarle Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and arrive in Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA.
• Buses mostly depart from Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA and arrive in Charlottesville, Union Station, VA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Charlottesville, VA by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA:

• 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Philadelphia, PA to Charlottesville, VA often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, New York, NY, Alexandria, VA, Richmond, VA, Blacksburg, VA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Charlottesville, VA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Charlottesville, VA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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.

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.