What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville is to bus which costs $18 - $50 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville?

The fastest way to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Metro and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington Metro to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from 11 St NW+F St NW and arriving at Charlottesville Union Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Washington Metro and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct train from Washington Metro to Charlottesville. However, there are services departing from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Charlottesville via Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Washington Metro to Charlottesville?

The distance between Washington Metro and Charlottesville is 115 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

How do I travel from Washington Metro to Charlottesville without a car?

The best way to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $29 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington Metro to Charlottesville bus from?

Washington Metro to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington Metro to Charlottesville train from?

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

Train or bus from Washington Metro to Charlottesville?

The best way to get from Washington Metro to Charlottesville is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $29 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $50 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Washington Metro to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Washington Metro to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charlottesville Union Station.

Where does the Washington Metro to Charlottesville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington Metro to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Metro to Charlottesville is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Washington Metro to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 105+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

Washington Metro to Charlottesville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain Crescent / ...
3h 26m
$29–68
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
4h 44m
$18–46
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Washington Metro to Charlottesvillecar 115.9 mi
2h 20m
$22–31
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Charlottesville (CHO)plane IAD - CHO
2h 55m
$62–313

Washington Metro to Charlottesville by foot, subway, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 114.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Washington Metro, DC, USA and Charlottesville, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Charlottesville 3 times a day. Tickets cost $27–65 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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