The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 5 trains that leave Charlottesville, VA for Fairfax, VA on Sun, Apr 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
156 Northeast Regional11:18 AM1h42Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA1:00 PMBurke Centre Station, Burke, VA$491One-way0 transfers
156 Northeast Regional11:18 AM2h06Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA1:24 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$601One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional7:01 PM2h09Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA9:10 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$601One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent10:59 AM2h20Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA1:19 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$871One-way0 transfers
50 Cardinal3:44 PM2h43Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA6:27 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$3141One-way0 transfers
156 Northeast Regional11:18 AM1h42Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA1:00 PMBurke Centre Station, Burke, VA$491One-way0 transfers
156 Northeast Regional11:18 AM2h06Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA1:24 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$601One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional7:01 PM2h09Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA9:10 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$601One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent10:59 AM2h20Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA1:19 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$871One-way0 transfers
50 Cardinal3:44 PM2h43Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA6:27 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$3141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
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$30 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA trains for today, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20 Crescent | 2:59 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 2h20 | 5:19 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 3:18 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 1h42 | 5:00 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 3:18 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 2h06 | 5:24 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 11:01 PM Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA | 2h09 | 1:10 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA
Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:50, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 7:50 AM |
Last train 7:22 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlottesville, VA and Fairfax, VA from $14 (€12). 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 Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville, VA to Fairfax, 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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