What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Colonial Williamsburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to Colonial Williamsburg. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Williamsburg Bus Stop via Charlottesville Amtrak Station and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Colonial Williamsburg?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg station. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Williamsburg Amtrak Station via Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg?

The distance between Charlottesville and Colonial Williamsburg is 121 miles. The road distance is 120.9 miles.

How long does it take to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg bus from?

Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 5h.

Where does the Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg bus arrive?

Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg train arrive?

Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Alexandria station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg.

How do I get a train ticket from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg?

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Where can I stay near Colonial Williamsburg?

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Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville to Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service / ...
2. Take the train from Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station to Williamsburg Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
3h 49m
$41–71
Drive 120.2 mi
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1. Drive from Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburgcar 120.2 mi
2h 7m
$22–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Williamsburg Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
6h 30m
$84–178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Amtrak Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationbus Charlottesville / ...
2. Take the bus from Richmond to Williamsburg Bus Stopbus FlixBus N2601
5h
$33–54

Charlottesville to Colonial Williamsburg by bus and train (Amtrak)

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3h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and Colonial Williamsburg, VA, USA?

You can take a train from Charlottesville to Williamsburg Amtrak Station via Alexandria in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown Transit Station to Williamsburg Bus Stop via W Main St at 8th St NW, Charlottesville Amtrak Station, and Richmond in around 5h.

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