How to travel from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA

There are 3 options to travel between Alexandria, VA and Charlottesville, VA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA is a train with an average price of $29.

This is compared to other travel options from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA:

A train is $7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $36.

A train is $403 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $432.

The fastest way to travel from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Charlottesville, VA take longer:

Flight takes on average 2h 59m.

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

The distance from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA is approximately 93 miles (151 km).

The average frequency per day from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA is:

• Around 48 flights per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alexandria, VA and Charlottesville, VA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA:

• Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in Albemarle Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA and arrive in Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA.
• Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Charlottesville, Union Station, VA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Charlottesville, VA by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA:

• 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

Omio customers who travel from Alexandria, VA to Charlottesville, VA often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, New York, NY, Richmond, VA, Philadelphia, PA, Blacksburg, VA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Charlottesville, VA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Charlottesville, VA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Charlottesville, VA, you can visit the IX Art Park for an interactive art experience or explore the Virginia Discovery Museum with your family. Enjoy a wine tasting tour at local vineyards or attend a show at the historic Paramount Theater. For scenic beauty, take a drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Don't miss Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's historic home, or the University of Virginia for its architecture. The Downtown Mall offers shopping and dining, while Shenandoah National Park and Carter Mountain Orchard provide outdoor adventures and stunning views.

A stay of 2 to 3 days in Charlottesville, VA is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Monticello, the University of Virginia, local wineries, and the historic downtown area.