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

The cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Charlottesville is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairfax to Charlottesville is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Fairfax and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairfax to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from Vienna Metro South Bay P and arriving at Charlottesville Union Station via Springfield Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Fairfax to Charlottesville?

The distance between Fairfax and Charlottesville is 119 miles. The road distance is 96.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairfax to Charlottesville without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 55m and costs $27 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Fairfax to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairfax to Charlottesville bus from?

Fairfax to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Springfield Bus Stop station.

Where does the Fairfax to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Fairfax to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charlottesville Union Station.

Can I drive from Fairfax to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfax to Charlottesville is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Fairfax to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 104+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

Fairfax to Charlottesville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from University Dr+North St to King Street-Old Town+Bay Bbus F23
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain Crescent / ...
3h 55m
$27–67
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
4h 27m
$18–31
Drive 95.6 mi
1. Drive from Fairfax to Charlottesvillecar 95.6 mi
2h 11m
$18–26
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO)plane IAD - CHO
2h 51m
$69–325

Fairfax to Charlottesville by bus and train

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3h 55mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Fairfax, VA, USA and Charlottesville, VA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Charlottesville Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $16–27 and the journey takes 3h.

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