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

The cheapest way to get from Virginia to Washington DC is to bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Virginia to Washington DC is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs $80 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Virginia and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct bus from Virginia to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from Virginia Beach and arriving at 13 St NW+G St NW via E St NE+Columbus Circle NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Virginia and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct train from Virginia station to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from Newtown Road Station and arriving at McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform via Norfolk and King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Virginia to Washington DC?

The distance between Virginia and Washington DC is 158 miles. The road distance is 208.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Virginia to Washington DC without a car is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Virginia to Washington DC, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Virginia to Washington DC?

The best way to get from Virginia to Washington DC is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs $80 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 4m, you could also train, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Virginia to Washington DC bus arrive?

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

Where does the Virginia to Washington DC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Virginia to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Virginia to Washington DC is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Virginia to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Washington DC.

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There are 4 ways to get from Virginia to Washington DC by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Norfolk International Airport (ORF) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane ORF - DCA
1h 44m
$83–454
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Virginia Beach to Washington Union Stationbus FlixBus N2601
5h 4m
$38–60
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Norfolk to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
6h 43m
$71–147
Drive 207.5 mi
1. Drive from Virginia Beach to Washington DCcar 207.5 mi
3h 34m
$38–55

Virginia to Washington DC by bus and foot (Flixbus)

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Distance: 156.6 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Virginia, 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, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Virginia Beach to Washington Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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