What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg?

The fastest way to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Virginia and Williamsburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg. However, there are services departing from Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot and arriving at Williamsburg Bus Stop via Arlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Virginia and Williamsburg?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg station. However, there are services departing from Lead and arriving at Williamsburg Amtrak Station via Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg?

The distance between Northern Virginia and Williamsburg is 203 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

How do I travel from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Virginia to Williamsburg bus from?

Northern Virginia to Williamsburg bus services, operated by Academy Bus, depart from Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot station.

Where do I catch the Northern Virginia to Williamsburg train from?

Northern Virginia to Williamsburg train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, depart from Lead station.

Train or bus from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg?

The best way to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $170 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Northern Virginia to Williamsburg bus arrive?

Northern Virginia to Williamsburg bus services, operated by Academy Bus, arrive at Arlington, VA - Rosslyn station.

Where does the Northern Virginia to Williamsburg train arrive?

Northern Virginia to Williamsburg train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, arrive at 3 station.

Can I drive from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Virginia to Williamsburg is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg.

Where can I stay near Williamsburg?

There are 128+ hotels available in Williamsburg.

Northern Virginia to Williamsburg - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot to Arlington, VA - Rosslyn stationbus Culpeper-Washington DC
2. Take the bus from Arlington to Williamsburg Bus Stopbus FlixBus N2601
5h 25m
$49–77
Drive 137.2 mi
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1. Drive from Northern Virginia to Williamsburgcar 137.2 mi
2h 36m
$25–37
Bus, train via University Commuter Lot
1. Take the bus from University Commuter Lot to Pentagon Metrobus 612-War / ...
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Williamsburg Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
5h 33m
$84–154
Train
1. Take the train from Lead to 3train Manassas Line
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Williamsburg Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
5h 36m
$86–161
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot to Washington Union Stationbus Lynchburg
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Williamsburg Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
6h 19m
$75–163

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Distance: 201.7 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Northern Virginia, VA, USA and Williamsburg, VA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg Bus Stop via Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot, Arlington, VA - Rosslyn station, and Arlington in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Northern Virginia to Williamsburg Amtrak Station via Lead and Alexandria in around 5h 36m.

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