The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
10 h 37 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD without transferring at least 3 times.
6:55 AM6h00Charlottesville, VA12:55 PMFerndale, MD$491One-way3 transfers
10:00 PM15h14Charlottesville, VA1:14 PMFerndale, MD$491One-way3 transfers
6:55 AM6h00Charlottesville, VA12:55 PMFerndale, MD$491One-way3 transfers
10:00 PM15h14Charlottesville, VA1:14 PMFerndale, MD$491One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD costing on average $69 (€57).
Other travel options to Ferndale, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Charlottesville Area Transit | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 12:57PM | Duration 6h02 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Charlottesville Area Transit | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:14PM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Live departures
Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:55 AM Charlottesville, VA | 6h00 | 12:55 PM Ferndale, MD | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Charlottesville, VA | 15h14 | 1:14 PM Ferndale, MD | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD
Buses from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 1:55 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Charlottesville Area Transit from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MDYou can travel by bus between Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD with Charlottesville Area Transit for as low as $35 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Ferndale, MD by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ferndale, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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