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

The cheapest way to get from Reston to Charlottesville is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reston to Charlottesville is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Reston and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Reston to Charlottesville. However, there are services departing from Reston Town Center Metro Bay L and arriving at East Market St at 5th St NE via Dulles International Airport and BRSC at Arlington Blvd Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Reston and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct train from Reston to Charlottesville. However, there are services departing from Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Charlottesville via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Reston to Charlottesville?

The distance between Reston and Charlottesville is 130 miles. The road distance is 101.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reston to Charlottesville without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $17 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Reston to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reston to Charlottesville bus from?

Reston to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, depart from Dulles International Airport station.

Where do I catch the Reston to Charlottesville train from?

Reston to Charlottesville train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Alexandria station.

Train, bus or fly from Reston to Charlottesville?

The best way to get from Reston to Charlottesville is to train which takes 4h and costs $17 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 1m, you could also fly, which costs $65 - $320 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Reston to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Reston to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, arrive at Barracks Road Shopping Center station.

Where does the Reston to Charlottesville train arrive?

Reston to Charlottesville train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Charlottesville station.

Can I drive from Reston to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Reston to Charlottesville is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Reston to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 116+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

Reston to Charlottesville - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Reston to Charlottesville by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Alexandria to CharlottesvilleNortheast Regional
4h
$17–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dulles - Kiss & Fly to Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - CharlottesvilleWashington
4h 1m
Drive 101.3 mi
1. Drive from Reston to Charlottesville101.3 mi
2h 14m
$19–27
Fly
1. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO)IAD - CHO
2h 25m
$67–314
Bus via BRSC at Arlington Blvd Southbound
1. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport to Barracks Road Shopping CenterVirginia Breeze
4h 13m
$25–31
Line 402 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tysons Westpark to Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay E402
2. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Charlottesville Union StationGreyhound US0600
6h 58m
$26–85

Reston to Charlottesville by subway and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 129.5 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Reston, VA, USA and Charlottesville, VA, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Alexandria to Charlottesville twice daily. Tickets cost $14–240 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Amtrak also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Megabus operates a bus from Dulles - Kiss & Fly to Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville once daily, and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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