How to travel from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD

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Compare train and bus for Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $39.

Distance: 132 miles (214 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $37.

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

A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD costing on average $39.

The fastest way to travel from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Charlottesville, VA and Baltimore, MD including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $39 compared to roughly $31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.29. The journey takes 4h 0m versus 3h 0m 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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from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD

How to get from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Greyhound
    7:15 AM4h20
    Charlottesville, Union Station, VA
    11:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    7:15 AM4h20
    Charlottesville, Union Station, VA
    11:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1216+piedmont airlinesAA5852
    6:05 AM3h39
    Albemarle Airport
    9:44 AMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $7841One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    1:55 PM5h45
    Charlottesville, Alderman Road / Floyd Drive (Northbound), VA
    7:40 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    $411One-way
    1 transfer
  • piedmont airlinesAA5968+American AirlinesAA1216
    7:11 PM13h22
    Albemarle Airport
    8:33 AMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $5651One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA2855+piedmont airlinesAA5966
    12:16 PM7h17
    Albemarle Airport
    7:33 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $7491One-way
    1 transfer
  • piedmont airlinesAA5806+American AirlinesAA3121
    10:16 AM7h25
    Albemarle Airport
    5:41 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    $7491One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD

Travel to Baltimore, MD 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 Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD.

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There are 2 options to travel between Charlottesville, VA and Baltimore, MD including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $37.

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

A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD costing on average $39.

The fastest way to travel from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 45m.

The distance from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD is approximately 132 miles (214 km).
The average frequency per day from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD:
  • Trains mostly depart from Charlottesville Union Station, Charlottesville, VA and arrive in Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD.
  • Buses mostly depart from Charlottesville, Union Station, VA and arrive in Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Baltimore, MD by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Baltimore, MD by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Greyhound.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Charlottesville, VA to Baltimore, MD often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Baltimore, MD and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Baltimore, MD to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Baltimore, MD, you can explore Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques. Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, which offers beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda. Attend a Broadway show or concert at the beautifully restored Hippodrome Theatre. Visit the Maryland Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, or explore the Walters Art Museum's diverse collection of art. Discover the city's best sights, including the historic Fort McHenry National Monument, the renowned National Aquarium, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the vibrant Inner Harbor with its shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center and American Visionary Art Museum.
To fully explore Baltimore, MD, and its key attractions like the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, and various museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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