What is the cheapest way to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton?

The cheapest way to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton?

The fastest way to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Gaithersburg and Staunton?

No, there is no direct train from Gaithersburg to Staunton station. However, there are services departing from Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Staunton Amtrak Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Gaithersburg to Staunton?

The distance between Gaithersburg and Staunton is 171 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

How do I travel from Gaithersburg to Staunton without a car?

The best way to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $50 - $380.

How long does it take to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gaithersburg to Staunton train from?

Gaithersburg to Staunton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Gaithersburg to Staunton?

The best way to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $50 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Gaithersburg to Staunton train arrive?

Gaithersburg to Staunton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Staunton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Gaithersburg to Staunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gaithersburg to Staunton is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Gaithersburg to Staunton.

Where can I stay near Staunton?

There are 48+ hotels available in Staunton.

Gaithersburg to Staunton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gaithersburg to Staunton by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Staunton Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
5h 28m
$52–377
Drive 158.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gaithersburg to Stauntoncar 158.1 mi
3h 1m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to JMU Godwin Transit Centerbus Virginia Breeze
2. Take the bus from JMU Godwin Transit Center to Staunton Hub / Lewis Stbus BRCC South / ...
7h 37m
$32–45

Gaithersburg to Staunton by subway and train (Amtrak)

3Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Gaithersburg, MD, USA and Staunton, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Staunton Amtrak Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–370 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from S Frederick Ave & Summit Ave to Staunton Hub / Lewis St via Medical Center Station & Bay E, Medical Center, Red Line Center Platform, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Washington Union Station, and JMU Godwin Transit Center in around 7h 37m.

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