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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to Washington on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Charlottesville Union Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Charlottesville Union Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
Virginia BreezeBus
    Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive
    Washington Bus StationNo tags

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    Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 381, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    3train per day
    2h 34mAverage duration
    162 kmDistance
    15kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 453 - R 1 750Average duration3h 5m
    4kg CO₂e
    Average priceR 381 - R 6 912Average duration2h 34m
    15kg CO₂e

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Washington start at R 453. 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 Charlottesville to Washington?

      The average bus journey time from Charlottesville to Washington 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 Charlottesville to Washington route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Virginia Breeze, Megabus, OurBus.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Washington at 07:15. And the latest bus departs at 10:55.

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

      A bus trip from Charlottesville to Washington 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 Charlottesville to Washington?

      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 Charlottesville to Washington?

      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 Charlottesville to Washington?

      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 Charlottesville to Washington?

      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
    13/12
    R 722
    14/12
    R 675
    Today
    R 415
    16/12
    R 415
    17/12
    R 424
    18/12
    R 398
    19/12
    R 657
    20/12
    R 510
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 398

    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 R 398 to R 969 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 R 398, which is on 2025-12-18.

    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 Charlottesville to Washington, DC, US?

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