Bus from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 18 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Union Station
Charlottesville Union StationCheapest
Virginia BreezeBus
    Dulles Airport
    Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd DriveFastest
    Virginia BreezeBus
      Washington Bus Station
      Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd DriveNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 3:29 PM EST.

      Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Charlottesville

      We recommend taking the train

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      3train per day
      2h 25mAverage duration
      162 kmDistance
      15kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 341 - R 1 698Average duration3h 5m
      4kg CO₂e
      Average priceR 381 - R 6 913Average duration2h 25m
      15kg CO₂e

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

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charlottesville?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charlottesville start at R 341. The average price for this route is around R 712. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Washington to Charlottesville?

        The average bus journey time from Washington to Charlottesville is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 164 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Virginia Breeze.

      3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Charlottesville route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Virginia Breeze, Greyhound, Megabus, OurBus.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Charlottesville?

        The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charlottesville at 05:50. And the latest bus departs at 10:50.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Charlottesville?

        A bus trip from Washington to Charlottesville produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What is the best bus company from Washington to Charlottesville?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Charlottesville?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Virginia Breeze has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Charlottesville?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Charlottesville?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      12/12
      R 346
      13/12
      R 329
      Today
      R 346
      15/12
      R 303
      16/12
      R 303
      17/12
      R 303
      18/12
      R 346
      19/12
      R 346
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 303

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

      You can expect to pay from R 303 to R 722 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 303, which is on 2025-12-15.

      Usually Virginia Breeze 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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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