What is the distance between Charlottesville and Washington?

The distance separating Charlottesville and Washington is 102 miles (164 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlottesville to Washington?

If you're headed to Washington from Charlottesville, chances are that your bus will leave from Campbells Travel Bus Stop and arrive at Union Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are National Air and Space Museum, National Gallery of Art, The White House, Supreme Court and Library of Congress.

Bus Charlottesville to Washington from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 34 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 34mAverage Duration

100 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $80	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $87	Average Duration2h 34m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Virginia Breeze

4.5/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the power outlets. Virginia Breeze ticket prices on this trip start at $42

Virginia Breeze Charlottesville Washington recent customer reviews

Departed and arrived very close to schedule. Comfortable seats. Engine at idle is a little annoying (not a big deal)

Mike B.

August 23, 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Charlottesville Washington recent customer reviews

Really good. Nice driver.

Hannah B.

October 15, 2017

Megabus

3.5/5409 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.4

Traveling with Megabus from Charlottesville to Washington is an affordable and reliable way to reach your destination. The company provides amenities like comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi (on most buses), ensuring a comfortable journey. Discover an easy and budget-friendly travel option to Washington with Megabus. Tickets start at just $33, with an average price of around $42, making it an accessible choice for travelers.

OurBus

4/53,147 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 3 daily trips between Charlottesville and Washington, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Washington?

Stops in Charlottesville

A - Campbells Travel Bus Stop

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US by bus

What is the distance between Charlottesville and Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlottesville to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

$21

11/12

$21

Today

$24

11/14

$24

11/15

$26

11/16

$41

11/17

$24

11/18

$22

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $46 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually Virginia Breeze will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.