What is the cheapest way to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg?

The cheapest way to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg is to bus which costs $35 - $70 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg?

The fastest way to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Virginia and Gaithersburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Virginia to Gaithersburg. However, there are services departing from Virginia Beach and arriving at N Frederick Ave & Brookes Ave via Rockville Station & Bay B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Virginia and Gaithersburg?

No, there is no direct train from Virginia station to Gaithersburg. However, there are services departing from Newtown Road Station and arriving at Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform via Norfolk and Union Station, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Virginia to Gaithersburg?

The distance between Virginia and Gaithersburg is 244 miles. The road distance is 226.2 miles.

How do I travel from Virginia to Gaithersburg without a car?

The best way to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg without a car is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Virginia to Gaithersburg bus from?

Virginia to Gaithersburg bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Virginia Beach station.

Where do I catch the Virginia to Gaithersburg train from?

Virginia to Gaithersburg train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Norfolk station.

Train or bus from Virginia to Gaithersburg?

The best way to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg is to bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Virginia to Gaithersburg bus arrive?

Virginia to Gaithersburg bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Virginia to Gaithersburg train arrive?

Virginia to Gaithersburg train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Virginia to Gaithersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Virginia to Gaithersburg is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Virginia to Gaithersburg.

Where can I stay near Gaithersburg?

There are 208+ hotels available in Gaithersburg.

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There are 3 ways to get from Virginia to Gaithersburg by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Flixbus)
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1. Take the bus from Virginia Beach to Washington Union Stationbus FlixBus N2601
5h 57m
$40–66
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Norfolk to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional
7h 30m
$78–162
Drive 224.8 mi
1. Drive from Virginia Beach to Gaithersburgcar 224.8 mi
3h 55m
$41–60

Virginia to Gaithersburg by bus and subway (Flixbus)

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Distance: 243 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Virginia, USA and Gaithersburg, MD, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Virginia Beach to Washington Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Norfolk to Washington Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 4h 29m.

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