What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and National Zoological Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to National Zoological Park. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Calvert St NW+Biltmore St NW via Charlottesville Union Station and Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and National Zoological Park?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at Woodley Park, Red Line Center Platform via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park?

The distance between Charlottesville and National Zoological Park is 118 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to National Zoological Park bus from?

Charlottesville to National Zoological Park bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charlottesville Union Station.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to National Zoological Park train from?

Charlottesville to National Zoological Park train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlottesville station.

Train or bus from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $40 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Charlottesville to National Zoological Park bus arrive?

Charlottesville to National Zoological Park bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Charlottesville to National Zoological Park train arrive?

Charlottesville to National Zoological Park train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to National Zoological Park is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park.

Where can I stay near National Zoological Park?

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Charlottesville to National Zoological Park - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Charlottesville to National Zoological Park 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 / ...
2h 59m
$38–77
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlottesville to National Zoological Parkcar 114.8 mi
2h 29m
$21–31
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
5h 4m
$22–39
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 Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway
2h 29m
$67–305

Charlottesville to National Zoological Park by train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 117 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and National Zoological Park, DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charlottesville to Washington Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Washington Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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