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

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Virginia is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Virginia is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $85 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Washington DC and Virginia?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Virginia. However, there are services departing from 13 St NW+G St NW and arriving at Virginia Beach via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Washington DC and Virginia?

No, there is no direct train from Washington DC to Virginia station. However, there are services departing from Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Newtown Road Station via Alexandria and Harbor Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Virginia?

The distance between Washington DC and Virginia is 158 miles. The road distance is 208.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington DC to Virginia without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $55 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Washington DC to Virginia, including transfers.

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

Washington DC to Virginia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Washington DC to Virginia?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Virginia is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $85 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 5m, you could also train, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Washington DC to Virginia bus arrive?

Washington DC to Virginia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Virginia Beach station.

Where does the Washington DC to Virginia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington DC to Virginia?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Virginia is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Washington DC to Virginia.

Where can I stay near Virginia?

There are 529+ hotels available in Virginia.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)plane DCA - ORF
2h 47m
$89–495
Drive 207.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington DC to Virginia Beachcar 207.1 mi
3h 37m
$38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Virginia Beachbus FlixBus 2605
6h 5m
$57–82
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Norfolktrain Northeast Regional
7h 45m
$71–147

Washington DC to Virginia by foot and bus

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Distance: 157 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Virginia, USA?

American Airlines flies from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Virginia Beach once daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Jefferson Lines also services this route 6 times a week.

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