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

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to American University is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to American University is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and American University?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to American University. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Wisconsin Av NW+Rodman St NW via Charlottesville Union Station and Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and American University?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to American University. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to American University?

The distance between Charlottesville and American University is 120 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlottesville to American University without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $60 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Charlottesville to American University, including transfers.

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

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

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

Charlottesville to American University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville station.

Train or bus from Charlottesville to American University?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to American University is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $60 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $40 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Charlottesville to American University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Charlottesville to American University train arrive?

Charlottesville to American University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to American University?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to American University is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Charlottesville to American University.

Where can I stay near American University?

There are 1352+ hotels available in American University.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
3h 6m
$64–98
Drive 111.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlottesville to American Universitycar 111.4 mi
2h 26m
$21–30
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
5h 23m
$25–39
Fly, subway
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CHO - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2h 39m
$80–388

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

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Distance: 119.4 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Charlottesville to Washington Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–95 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Washington Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $21–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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