How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago start from R 1 653. The average price for this train route is around R 3 927. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Chicago?

The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Chicago is 22h 46m, covering a distance of 552 miles (889 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Chicago route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Chicago?

The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Chicago at 10:59am. And the latest train departs at 2:32pm.

Train Charlottesville to Chicago from R 1 577 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Chicago on May 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	22h 46m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	22h 46m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Chicago on May 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	22h 27m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	22h 46m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	10:59am	Charlottesville Station	22h 46m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	22h 27m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	11:18am	Charlottesville Station	22h 27m	8:45am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:27 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 22 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 653, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

22h 46mAverage Duration

552 milesDistance

81kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 1 462 - R 5 387	Average Duration23h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 1 653 - R 17 502	Average Duration22h 46m	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,809 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5809 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 653

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Chicago by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago start from R 1 653. The average price for this train route is around R 3 927. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The average train ride duration from Charlottesville to Chicago is 22h 46m, covering a distance of 552 miles (889 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlottesville to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlottesville to Chicago?
The earliest train departs from Charlottesville to Chicago at 10:59am. And the latest train departs at 2:32pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/24

R 4 546

05/25

R 4 546

Today

R 4 211

05/27

R 3 925

05/28

R 4 663

05/29

R 4 965

05/30

R 3 573

05/31

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Chicago was searched and found on May 30, 2026 with a price of R 3 573

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 573 to R 19 122 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 573 which is on 2026-05-30.