How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charlottesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charlottesville start at R 394. The average price for this route is around R 602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Charlottesville?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Charlottesville is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 164 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Virginia Breeze .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Charlottesville route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charlottesville at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 17:45.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Washington to Charlottesville from R 270 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:05	Washington Bus Station	3h 5m	13:10	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Union Station	3h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05	Washington Bus Station	3h 5m	13:10	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Union Station	3h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05	Washington Bus Station	3h 5m	13:10	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Union Station	3h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05	Washington Bus Station	3h 5m	13:10	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Union Station	3h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05	Washington Bus Station	3h 5m	13:10	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Union Station	3h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05	Washington Bus Station	3h 5m	13:10	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlottesville on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:50	Union Station	3h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:05	Washington Bus Station	3h 5m	13:10	Charlottesville Alderman Road/Floyd Drive	Fastest
Bus	04:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 40m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:46 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 304, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 25mAverage duration

162 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 394 - R 1 572	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 304 - R 12 327	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Charlottesville?

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

Stops in Charlottesville

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 490 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 12 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 394, with the trip lasting on average 318.

Greyhound Washington Charlottesville recent customer reviews

the bus was canceled because “the driver didn’t show up”. we were waiting in like to board the bus for 25 minutes without knowing this, and we didn’t find out the bus had been canceled until another passenger told us. Left us stranded in DC scrambling for a way to get to charlottesville. Very unhappy experience. The staff never made an announcement and we never got an email it was canceled, just stood there waiting for a bus that wasn’t going to leave.

Katherine M.

12 March 2018

When setting the bus up for a wheelchair there was an unbelievably loud beeping noise for about ten minutes, I've had a migraine ever since. It was bad enough for me to never ride Greyhound again if I can avoid it.

Abigail M.

6 January 2017

My bus had stopped for 2hours and a half. It was very uncomfortable for me.

Sakurako I.

14 May 2017

Virginia Breeze

4.5/512 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Megabus

3.5/5418 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.4

OurBus

4/53 182 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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

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.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charlottesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charlottesville start at R 394. The average price for this route is around R 602. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Charlottesville?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Charlottesville is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 164 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Virginia Breeze.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Charlottesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Virginia Breeze, Megabus, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Charlottesville?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charlottesville at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 17:45.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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

06/01

R 371

07/01

R 414

Today

R 414

09/01

R 388

10/01

R 523

11/01

R 371

12/01

R 338

13/01

R 329

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlottesville was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 329

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 329 to R 704 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 329, which is on 2026-01-13.

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.