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 - $28 and takes 2h 10m.

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 10m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Reston and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Reston to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from North Shore and Washington and arriving at Downtown Transit Station via Tysons Westpark, Springfield Bus Stop and W Main St at The Flats. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

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 93 miles. The road distance is 103.8 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 $26 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m 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 Fairfax Connector, depart from Tysons Westpark 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 fly which takes 2h 20m and costs $60 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26 - $65 and takes 4h, you could also bus, which costs $20 - $45 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Reston to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Reston to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Fairfax Connector, arrive at Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay E 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 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Reston to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 114+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

Reston to Charlottesville - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO)plane IAD - CHO
2h 20m
$62–314
Drive 103.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reston to Charlottesvillecar 103.2 mi
2h 10m
$19–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain Northeast Regional
4h
$26–63
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
5h 7m
$20–44
Line 402 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tysons Westpark to Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay Ebus 402
2. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
6h 35m
$20–45

Reston to Charlottesville by subway and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 92.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

United Airlines flies from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO) 4 times a day. Alternatively, 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.

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