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 39m 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 15m.

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 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m 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 7:06 AM in Charlottesville and 6:06 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 17+ 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)plane CHO - MLU
2. Take the bus from Monroe to Rustonbus
7h 39m
$157–535
Fly to Shreveport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Shreveport (SHV)plane CHO - SHV
2. Take the bus from Shreveport Bus Station to Rustonbus
8h 33m
$144–534
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Amtrak Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Richmond to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Rustonbus
27h 15m
Train, bus via Jackson
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Jacksontrain
3. Take the bus from Jackson to Rustonbus
33h 53m
$227–904
Drive 1,002.1 mi
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Rustoncar 1,002.1 mi
16h 25m
$183–265
Fly to Alexandria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Alexandria International Airport (AEX)plane CHO - AEX
2. Take the bus from Boyce, LA to Rustonbus
8h 38m
$170–555
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain Crescent
2. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Rustonbus Greyhound US1170s
35h 40m
$206–901

Charlottesville to Ruston by train and bus

7Weekly Services

33h 53mAverage Duration

$227Cheapest Price

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Distance: 909.3 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

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 15m.

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