What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC is to fly and subway which takes 2h 20m and costs $70 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Washington, DC?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to Washington, DC station. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Washington Union Station via Charlottesville Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Washington, DC?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Washington Union Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Washington, DC?

The distance between Charlottesville and Washington, DC is 113 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

How do I travel from Charlottesville to Washington, DC without a car?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $15 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC?

The train from Charlottesville to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station takes 2h 27m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Washington, DC bus from?

Charlottesville to Washington, DC bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charlottesville Union Station.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Washington, DC train from?

Charlottesville to Washington, DC train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Charlottesville station.

Train or bus from Charlottesville to Washington, DC?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $15 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $65 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Charlottesville to Washington, DC bus arrive?

Charlottesville to Washington, DC bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Washington, DC train arrive?

Charlottesville to Washington, DC train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Washington, DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Washington, DC is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Charlottesville to Washington, DC.

How do I get a train ticket from Charlottesville to Washington, DC?

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Where can I stay near Washington, DC?

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Charlottesville to Washington, DC - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Charlottesville to Washington, DC by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, subway, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Washington Union StationNortheast Regional
2h 27m
$15–320
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Washington Union StationGreyhound US0600
4h 10m
$24–61
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Washington, DC115 mi
2h 25m
$21–31
Fly, subway
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)CHO - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2h 20m
$72–341
Bus via Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville
1. Take the bus from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville to Washington Union StationLynchburg
4h 22m

Charlottesville to Washington, DC by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 112.1 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and Washington, DC, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Charlottesville to Washington Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $15–240 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Amtrak also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Washington Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $23–60 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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