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The Fralin Museum of Art
Compact museum at the University of Virginia with global art collections, changing exhibitions, and an easy stop near the Lawn.
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
3 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
3 h 50 m
Trains on 27 Sept
4
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Charlottesville, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Charlottesville, VA will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Sun 27 Sept, we found 4 trains from Baltimore, MD to Charlottesville, VA, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.








The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Charlottesville, VA trains for today, Saturday 26 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
147 | 15:42 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 3h50 | 19:32 Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 changesdirect | |
19 | 17:00 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 3h47 | 20:47 Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 27 September | |||||
![]() | 10:10 Baltimore, MD | 3h49 | 13:59 Charlottesville, VA | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Baltimore, MD to Charlottesville, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 6:10 |
Last train 19:01 |
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Discover the best of Charlottesville, VA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Charlottesville, VA trip today.
Compact museum at the University of Virginia with global art collections, changing exhibitions, and an easy stop near the Lawn.
Hands-on science museum for families with interactive exhibits on the body, physics, and engineering in a central downtown location.
Small museum preserving local Black history through documents, photographs, and exhibitions about community life and resilience.
Pedestrian-friendly main street lined with shops, venues, public art, and historic buildings; ideal for strolling and people-watching.
Historic university green framed by pavilions and student rooms, offering one of Charlottesville’s most memorable walks.
Large riverside park with woodland trails, sports facilities, picnic areas, and space for a relaxed local outdoor visit.
Virginia ham is salt-cured and aged, with a deep savoury flavour long tied to the state’s farming and smokehouse traditions.
Southern biscuits with sausage gravy are a regional breakfast staple, featuring soft baked biscuits topped with rich peppery meat gravy.
Barbecue pork, often slow-smoked and pulled, reflects central Virginia’s strong barbecue culture and is commonly served with regional sauces.
Casual barbecue favourite known for smoked meats, hearty sides and a laid-back neighbourhood atmosphere.
Lively downtown restaurant known for wood-fired pizzas, house-cured meats and a bustling, modern atmosphere.
Popular spot on the Downtown Mall serving Southern-inspired small plates, craft cocktails and a relaxed brasserie feel.
Moderate for a US college town: hotels can rise on event weekends, dining is varied, and car use often adds costs as public transport is limited.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. In cafés, small change or $1 is common. Taxis usually get 10-15%.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD 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.

Most Baltimore, MD to Charlottesville, VA trains use the Pennsylvania Station to Charlottesville Amtrak station pair. Use this guide to compare Baltimore, MD and Charlottesville, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pennsylvania Station is 1 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Pennsylvania Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Helmand, Tapas Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pennsylvania Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pennsylvania Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pennsylvania Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, The Ivy Hotel, Hotel Revival Baltimore.
Charlottesville Amtrak is 1 km from Charlottesville city centre. Public transport options include:
Charlottesville Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Local, Maya Restaurant, Public Fish & Oyster
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Charlottesville Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Charlottesville Amtrak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charlottesville Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charlottesville Amtrak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charlottesville Amtrak: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Graduate Charlottesville, Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown, Omni Charlottesville Hotel.
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