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

The cheapest way to get from Reston to Charlottesville is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reston to Charlottesville is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Reston and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Reston to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from N Shore Dr @ Washington Plz and arriving at Downtown Transit Station via Tysons Westpark, Springfield Bus Stop and W Main St at The Flats. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Reston and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct train from Reston to Charlottesville. However, there are services departing from Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Charlottesville via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Reston to Charlottesville?

The distance between Reston and Charlottesville is 130 miles. The road distance is 103.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reston to Charlottesville without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $55 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Reston to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reston to Charlottesville bus from?

Reston to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Fairfax Connector, depart from Tysons Westpark station.

Where do I catch the Reston to Charlottesville train from?

Reston to Charlottesville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Alexandria station.

Train, bus or fly from Reston to Charlottesville?

The best way to get from Reston to Charlottesville is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $55 - $95. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus and bus, which costs $24 - $40 and takes 6h 29m, you could also fly, which costs $65 - $340 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Reston to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Reston to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Fairfax Connector, arrive at Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay E station.

Where does the Reston to Charlottesville train arrive?

Reston to Charlottesville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Charlottesville station.

Can I drive from Reston to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Reston to Charlottesville is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Reston to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 104+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

Reston to Charlottesville - 4 ways to travel via train, line 402 bus, and bus

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain Crescent / ...
3h 52m
$58–94
Drive 103.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reston to Charlottesvillecar 103.2 mi
2h 10m
$19–28
Line 402 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tysons Westpark to Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay Ebus 402
2. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
6h 29m
$24–40
Fly
1. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO)plane IAD - CHO
2h 21m
$67–332

Reston to Charlottesville by subway and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 129.5 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Charlottesville 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–90 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from N Shore Dr @ Washington Plz to Downtown Transit Station via Tysons Westpark, Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay E, Springfield Bus Stop, Charlottesville Union Station, and W Main St at The Flats in around 6h 29m.

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