What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Bristow?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Bristow is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Bristow?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Bristow is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Bristow?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to Bristow. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Gainesville Park and Ride via Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Bristow?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to Bristow. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Lead via 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Bristow?

The distance between Charlottesville and Bristow is 83 miles. The road distance is 79 miles.

How do I travel from Charlottesville to Bristow without a car?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Bristow without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $29 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Charlottesville to Bristow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Bristow bus from?

Charlottesville to Bristow bus services, operated by Megabus, depart from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville station.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Bristow train from?

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

Train or bus from Charlottesville to Bristow?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Bristow is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Charlottesville to Bristow bus arrive?

Charlottesville to Bristow bus services, operated by Megabus, arrive at Gainesville Park and Ride station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Bristow train arrive?

Charlottesville to Bristow train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Manassas Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Bristow?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Bristow is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Charlottesville to Bristow.

Where can I stay near Bristow?

There are 97+ hotels available in Bristow.

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There are 3 ways to get from Charlottesville to Bristow by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Manassas Amtrak Stationtrain Crescent / ...
2h 34m
$29–57
Drive 78.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Bristowcar 78.6 mi
1h 42m
$15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville to Gainesville Park and Ridebus Lynchburg
3h 18m
$37–65

Charlottesville to Bristow by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and Bristow, Prince William County, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charlottesville to Manassas Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, Megabus operates a bus from Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville to Gainesville Park and Ride once daily. Tickets cost $16–40 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Virginia Breeze also services this route once daily.

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