What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Washington DC and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct train from Washington DC to Charlottesville. However, there are services departing from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform and arriving at Charlottesville via Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Charlottesville?

The distance between Washington DC and Charlottesville is 115 miles. The road distance is 116.3 miles.

How do I travel from Washington DC to Charlottesville without a car?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Charlottesville train from?

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

Train or bus from Washington DC to Charlottesville?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $45 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Washington DC to Charlottesville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington DC to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Charlottesville is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Washington DC to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 97+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

Washington DC to Charlottesville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Washington DC to Charlottesville by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, subway, or plane

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 Charlottesvilletrain Northeast Regional
3h 38m
$30–70
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
4h 56m
$22–43
Drive 115.7 mi
1. Drive from Washington DC to Charlottesvillecar 115.7 mi
2h 19m
$22–31
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO)plane IAD - CHO
3h 13m
$60–298

Washington DC to Charlottesville by foot, subway, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Washington DC, 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, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $20–40 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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