What is the cheapest way to get from American University to Charlottesville?

The cheapest way to get from American University to Charlottesville is to bus which costs $21 - $45 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from American University to Charlottesville?

The fastest way to get from American University to Charlottesville is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between American University and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from American University to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from Wisconsin Av NW+Rodman St NW and arriving at Charlottesville Union Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between American University and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct train from American University to Charlottesville. However, there are services departing from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Charlottesville via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from American University to Charlottesville?

The distance between American University and Charlottesville is 120 miles. The road distance is 114 miles.

How do I travel from American University to Charlottesville without a car?

The best way to get from American University to Charlottesville without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from American University to Charlottesville?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from American University to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the American University to Charlottesville bus from?

American University to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the American University to Charlottesville train from?

American University to Charlottesville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from American University to Charlottesville?

The best way to get from American University to Charlottesville is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $45 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the American University to Charlottesville bus arrive?

American University to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charlottesville Union Station.

Where does the American University to Charlottesville train arrive?

American University to Charlottesville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Charlottesville station.

Can I drive from American University to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between American University to Charlottesville is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from American University to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

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American University to Charlottesville - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Charlottesvilletrain Crescent / ...
3h 52m
$37–77
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
5h 38m
$21–42
Drive 113.3 mi
1. Drive from American University to Charlottesvillecar 113.3 mi
2h 23m
$21–30
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, 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 34m
$64–305

American University to Charlottesville by foot, subway, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 119.4 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between American University, DC, USA and Charlottesville, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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