How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Norfolk start from $73. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Norfolk is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 145 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Norfolk route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from OurBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Norfolk at 8:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

A bus trip from Charlottesville to Norfolk generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlottesville to Norfolk?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Charlottesville to Norfolk from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Charlottesville to Norfolk on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:40pm	Alderman Rd	3h 50m	12:30am	Old Dominion University - Diehn Center for the Performing Arts	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Norfolk

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

145 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$73 - $73	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $655	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Norfolk?

Stops in Charlottesville

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

Stops in Norfolk

A
Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
280 Park Avenue. Norfolk, VA 23510
Visit page Map
B
Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop
415 N Military Hwy, Norfolk, VA 23502, Elegante Dominican Beauty Salon between Military Hwy and Briar Hill Road
Visit page Map

Compare bus companies

OurBus

4/53,185 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3

With about 1 daily trips between Charlottesville and Norfolk, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Amtrak

4/55,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Norfolk, VA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Norfolk start from $73. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Norfolk is 3h 50m, covering a distance of 145 miles (233 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Norfolk route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Norfolk at 8:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
A bus trip from Charlottesville to Norfolk generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlottesville to Norfolk?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

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$66

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$70

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $90 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-01-18.