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The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia
University art museum with American, African, Asian, and European works, plus rotating exhibitions and strong educational programming.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna, VA to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna, VA to Charlottesville, VA:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna, VA to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Charlottesville, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.21 (€-13.19). The journey takes 2h 9m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Vienna, VA to Charlottesville, VA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:55, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 8:55 AM |
Last train 7:01 PM |
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Moderate for U.S. travel. Casual dining is reasonable, but hotels and upscale restaurants can be pricey during university events and peak weekends.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 as appropriate.
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