What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Ruston?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Ruston is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Ruston?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Ruston is to fly and bus which takes 7h 3m and costs $150 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Ruston?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to Ruston. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Ruston via Charlottesville Amtrak Station, Richmond and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 35m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Ruston?

The distance between Charlottesville and Ruston is 915 miles. The road distance is 1008 miles.

How do I travel from Charlottesville to Ruston without a car?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Ruston without a car is to bus which takes 27h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Charlottesville to Ruston?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Charlottesville to Ruston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Ruston bus from?

Charlottesville to Ruston bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville Amtrak Station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Ruston bus arrive?

Charlottesville to Ruston bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

What is the time difference between Charlottesville and Ruston?

Ruston is 1h behind Charlottesville. It is currently 3:43 AM in Charlottesville and 2:43 AM in Ruston.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Ruston?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Ruston is 1008 miles. It takes approximately 16h 25m to drive from Charlottesville to Ruston.

Where can I stay near Ruston?

There are 16+ hotels available in Ruston.

Charlottesville to Ruston - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Charlottesville to Ruston by plane, bus, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Monroe Regional Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Monroe Regional Airport (MLU)CHO - MLU
2. Take the bus from Monroe to Ruston
7h 3m
$157–545
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to New Orleans Union Passenger TerminalCrescent
2. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to RustonGreyhound US1170s
35h 40m
$136–401
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Amtrak Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Richmond to Atlanta Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Ruston
27h 35m
Train, bus via Jackson
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Jackson
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Ruston
33h 53m
$158–439
Drive 1,002.1 mi
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Ruston1,002.1 mi
16h 25m
$183–265
Fly to Shreveport, bus
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Shreveport (SHV)CHO - SHV
2. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Ruston
8h 41m
$144–544
Fly to Alexandria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Alexandria International Airport (AEX)CHO - AEX
2. Take the bus from Boyce, LA to Ruston
8h 54m
$170–565

Charlottesville to Ruston by train and bus

7Weekly Services

33h 53mAverage Duration

$158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 909.3 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and Ruston, LA, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Transit Station to Ruston via West Main Street at 8th Street NW, Charlottesville Amtrak Station, Richmond, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 27h 35m.

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