What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Virginia to Washington?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Virginia to Washington is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Virginia to Washington?

The fastest way to get from Northern Virginia to Washington is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $7 - $12.

How far is it from Northern Virginia to Washington?

The distance between Northern Virginia and Washington is 43 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

How do I travel from Northern Virginia to Washington without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Virginia to Washington without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 54 min and costs $36 - $42.

How long does it take to get from Northern Virginia to Washington?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Northern Virginia to Washington, including transfers.

Can I drive from Northern Virginia to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Virginia to Washington is 43 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Northern Virginia to Washington.

Where can I stay near Washington?

There are 1651+ hotels available in Washington.

Northern Virginia to Washington - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Northern Virginia to Washington by taxi, bus, 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.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Northern Virginia to University Commuter Lottaxi
2. Take the bus from University Commuter Lot to Virginia Ave @ 21st St NWbus 611 / ...
54 min
$37–41
Drive 43 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Northern Virginia to Washingtoncar 43 mi
52 min
$8–12
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Northern Virginia to Leadtaxi
2. Take the train from Lead to 4train Manassas Line
1h 32m
$42–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northern Virginia to Washingtontaxi 43 mi
52 min
$120–150
Taxi, bus via 14th St @ Independence Ave SW
1. Take the taxi from Northern Virginia to University Commuter Lottaxi
2. Take the bus from University Commuter Lot to 14th St @ Independence Ave SWbus 611 / ...
1h 17m
$37–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot to Washington, DC - Virginia & 21 St. NWbus Culpeper-Washington DC
1h 35m
$24–37

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Northern Virginia to Washington.

Launch map view

Distance: 42.7 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Academy Bus operates a bus from Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot to Washington, DC - Virginia & 21 St. NW 5 times a week. Tickets cost $13–24 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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