How to travel from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $122 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $122, while a flight costs an average of $250.

Distance: 492 miles (792 km)

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$202

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11h 42m

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13h 16m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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0.8 - 2.0kg

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2.4 - 4.8kg

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from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA

How to get from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound
    6:15 PM15h05
    Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
    9:20 AMCharlottesville, Union Station, VA
    $771One-way
    2 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound
    6:15 PM15h05
    Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
    9:20 AMCharlottesville, Union Station, VA
    $771One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+Greyhound
    6:15 PM15h05
    Boston, Bus Terminal South Station
    9:20 AMCharlottesville, Union Station, VA
    $771One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA

Travel to Charlottesville, VA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Boston, MA and Charlottesville, VA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA is a bus with an average price of $122 (€99).

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

A bus is $80 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $202 (€163).

A bus is $128 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA costing on average $250 (€203).

The fastest way to travel from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 54m.

Other travel options to Charlottesville, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 42m.

Bus takes on average 13h 16m.

The distance from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA is approximately 492 miles (792 km).
The average frequency per day from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA:
  • Buses mostly depart from Boston, Bus Terminal South Station and arrive in Charlottesville, Union Station, VA.
  • Trains mostly depart from South Station, Boston, MA and arrive in Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA.
  • Flights mostly depart from Edward L. Logan International Airport and arrive in Albemarle Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Republic Airlines to go to Charlottesville, VA by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Charlottesville, VA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Charlottesville, VA by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Boston, MA to Charlottesville, VA often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, New York, NY, Alexandria, VA, Richmond, VA, Philadelphia, PA. 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.
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