What is the cheapest way to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC?

The cheapest way to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC?

The fastest way to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $85 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Chesapeake and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesapeake to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from Dntc and arriving at Arlington via Military Circle Mall and Norfolk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chesapeake and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct train from Chesapeake to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from Norfolk and arriving at McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Chesapeake to Washington DC?

The distance between Chesapeake and Washington DC is 159 miles. The road distance is 196.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chesapeake to Washington DC without a car?

The best way to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $55 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesapeake to Washington DC bus from?

Chesapeake to Washington DC bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Norfolk station.

Where do I catch the Chesapeake to Washington DC train from?

Chesapeake to Washington DC train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Norfolk station.

Train, bus or fly from Chesapeake to Washington DC?

The best way to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs $85 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $130 and takes 4h 42m, you could also bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Chesapeake to Washington DC bus arrive?

Chesapeake to Washington DC bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Arlington station.

Where does the Chesapeake to Washington DC train arrive?

Chesapeake to Washington DC train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Alexandria station.

Can I drive from Chesapeake to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesapeake to Washington DC is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Chesapeake to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1626+ hotels available in Washington DC.

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There are 6 ways to get from Chesapeake to Washington DC by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, subway, or train

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Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane ORF - DCA
1h 56m
$86–487
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Norfolk to Arlingtonbus FlixBus N2601
5h 58m
$32–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Norfolk to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
4h 42m
$59–129
Drive 194.9 mi
1. Drive from Chesapeake to Washington DCcar 194.9 mi
3h 25m
$36–52
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane ORF - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway
2h 15m
$70–356
Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, train
1. Fly from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)plane ORF - BWI
2. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington Union Stationtrain
2h 40m
$77–948

Chesapeake to Washington DC by train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 157.7 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Chesapeake, City of Chesapeake, VA, USA and Washington DC, USA?

American Airlines flies from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Norfolk to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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