The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$324
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ will cost around $324 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
Of the 4 trains that leave Charlottesville, VA for Trenton, NJ on Sat, Apr 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 6 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest trains will take 10 h 42 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.
10:59 AM5h43Charlottesville, VA4:42 PMTrenton, NJ$1351One-way0 transfers
11:18 AM5h40Charlottesville, VA4:58 PMTrenton, NJ$3191One-way0 transfers
11:18 AM5h24Charlottesville, VA4:42 PMTrenton, NJ$3231One-way1 transfer
7:01 PM10h42Charlottesville, VA5:43 AMTrenton, NJ$5181One-way1 transfer
11:18 AM5h24Charlottesville, VA4:42 PMTrenton, NJ$3231One-way1 transfer
11:18 AM5h40Charlottesville, VA4:58 PMTrenton, NJ$3191One-way0 transfers
10:59 AM5h43Charlottesville, VA4:42 PMTrenton, NJ$1351One-way0 transfers
7:01 PM10h42Charlottesville, VA5:43 AMTrenton, NJ$5181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a train costs an average of $143.
Distance: 251 miles (404 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$304 Average price | $276 Average price | $129 Average price Cheapest |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 45m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:59 PM Charlottesville, VA | 6h28 | 10:27 PM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
![]() | 10:59 AM Charlottesville, VA | 5h43 | 4:42 PM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:18 AM Charlottesville, VA | 5h24 | 4:42 PM Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:18 AM Charlottesville, VA | 5h40 | 4:58 PM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $143 (€117) but you can travel from only $75 (€61) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 15:44. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (404 km) distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 251 miles (404 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€117) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 3:44 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlottesville, VA and Trenton, NJ from $75 (€61). 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 Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville, VA to Trenton, NJ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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