What is the distance between Charlottesville and Washington?

The distance between Charlottesville and Washington is around 164 km (102 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charlottesville to Washington?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Campbells Travel Bus Stop, in Charlottesville, and end it at Union Station, in Washington.

Bus Charlottesville to Washington from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlottesville to Washington on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	3h 5m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	3h 5m	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	7:15am	Charlottesville Union Station	6h 40m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 34mAverage Duration

162 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $125	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $578	Average Duration2h 34m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Washington?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,388 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Virginia Breeze

4.5/512 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 12 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the power outlets. Virginia Breeze ticket prices on this trip start at $60

Virginia Breeze Charlottesville Washington recent customer reviews

Departed and arrived very close to schedule. Comfortable seats. Engine at idle is a little annoying (not a big deal)

Mike B.

August 23, 2025

Megabus

3.5/5411 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.4

OurBus

4/53,149 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US by bus

What is the distance between Charlottesville and Washington?
The distance between Charlottesville and Washington is around 164 km (102 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charlottesville to Washington?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Campbells Travel Bus Stop, in Charlottesville, and end it at Union Station, in Washington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-20

$61

11-21

$61

Today

$61

11-23

$61

11-24

$42

11-25

$61

11-26

$61

11-27

$42

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $42

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $42 to $136 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually Virginia Breeze, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.