What is the cheapest way to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring?

The cheapest way to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring?

The fastest way to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between University of Virginia and Silver Spring?

No, there is no direct train from University of Virginia to Silver Spring. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from University of Virginia to Silver Spring?

The distance between University of Virginia and Silver Spring is 121 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

How do I travel from University of Virginia to Silver Spring without a car?

The best way to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs $17 - $250.

How long does it take to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring?

It takes approximately 3h to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Virginia to Silver Spring train from?

University of Virginia to Silver Spring train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Charlottesville station.

Train or bus from University of Virginia to Silver Spring?

The best way to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring is to train which takes 3h and costs $17 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $55 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the University of Virginia to Silver Spring train arrive?

University of Virginia to Silver Spring train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from University of Virginia to Silver Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Virginia to Silver Spring is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from University of Virginia to Silver Spring.

Where can I stay near Silver Spring?

There are 1453+ hotels available in Silver Spring.

University of Virginia to Silver Spring - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from University of Virginia to Silver Spring by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, subway, or bus

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 Charlottesville to Washington Union StationNortheast Regional
3h
$18–241
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Washington Union StationGreyhound US0600
3h 39m
$26–53
Drive 117.9 mi
1. Drive from University of Virginia to Silver Spring117.9 mi
2h 32m
$22–32
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 32m
$71–351
Bus via Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville
1. Take the bus from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville to Washington Union StationLynchburg
3h 43m

University of Virginia to Silver Spring by foot, train, and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between University of Virginia, VA, USA and Silver Spring, MD, 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 $24–50 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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