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About Charlottesville
Lovingly called Mr. Jefferson’s City by locals, Charlottesville is one of Virginia's best destinations with plenty of interesting attractions to draw in not only fans of history but also of arts and culture. The prime attraction of the city is the famous estate of Thomas Jefferson, Monticello. This 5000-acre mansion is an architectural masterpiece that combines Parisian and Italian elements, giving you a day’s worth of exploration. For those looking for a more idyllic landscape, try Carter Mountain Orchard, which offers apple-picking sessions as well. The University of Charlottesville is also a must-not-miss destination. As the only university in the U.S. to be designated a World Heritage Site, it offers interesting insights into the history of education of the country.
Charlottesville’s wines are famous around the country, and the Monticello Wine Trail is perfect for trying out the best wines that the region has to offer. For an amazing dinner experience, C & O Restaurant, which has been in business since 1976, will be a great choice.
The city’s busiest bus stop is the Greyhound bus stop located downtown at 310 W Main St. For trains, head over to the nearby Amtrak train station, also on W Main St. Charlottesville is served by Amtrak’s Cardinal, Crescent and Northeast Regional lines. The city’s main airport is the Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport, 8 miles from the city.
Station Information
The bus station at 105 Ridge Street serves Greyhound and Jefferson Lines buses which travel through Charlottesville. Bus service is available to travel to cities like Richmond, Washington, DC, and New York. Inside the station, amenities include restrooms and vending machines for convenient snacks before your trip. Within a few minutes’ walk, though, you can grab a fresh meal from one of the many restaurants and cafes on Main Street. The station is ideally located between downtown Charlottesville and the University of Virginia campus a few blocks to the west. The Amtrak train station is also a short 10-minute walk from the bus station, so it is easy to transfer to continued travels by train.
Popular bus stations in Charlottesville:
- Charlottesville Un Station
- Train Station - 810 W Main St
What bus companies travel to Charlottesville, VA?
Located in Virginia, Charlottesville is accessible by bus from 5 other cities. You can choose from 6 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Charlottesville on Wanderu. FlixBus US usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Charlottesville are also available.
Bus companies serving Charlottesville
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 285 | 1 day, 12 hr, 8 min | CZK 3,698.97 |
| Greyhound | 10 | 10 hr, 49 min | CZK 1,629.67 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 3 hr, 45 min | CZK 346.32 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Charlottesville?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Charlottesville by bus with Greyhound, giving it a 4.5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Greyhound had the most comfortable bus service to Charlottesville, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Greyhound at 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Charlottesville punctually, travelers suggest that Greyhound has the best on-time performance on its bus schedules to Charlottesville, rating it 4.7 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 345.89 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Charlottesville, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Charlottesville. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Charlottesville was CZK 345.89.
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CZK 345.89
The most popular bus stations in Charlottesville are Charlottesville Un Station and Train Station - 810 W Main St. Charlottesville Un Station is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to Charlottesville is Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO), located 7.6 miles from the city center of Charlottesville.
Charlottesville ranks number 25 among the most popular bus destinations in Virginia. Charlottesville ranks number 281 among bus destinations in the country. Charlottesville ranks number 39 in Virginia by the number of places connected to it by bus. There are 5 direct bus schedules arriving in Charlottesville each day.
The population of Charlottesville is 46,597. It ranks number 11 by population in Virginia. It ranks number 466 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to Charlottesville, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 345.89. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Charlottesville starts at CZK 346.32. A longer trip by bus to Charlottesville can be as cheap as CZK 1,471.45. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 346.32.
Solo travelers choose to travel by bus to Charlottesville for its affordable fares and because of the safe and convenient experience that they note in their reviews.
The closest bus station to the city center of Charlottesville is Charlottesville Un Station, located just 0.7 miles away. Select Charlottesville Un Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Charlottesville. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 hr, 58 min | CZK 2,062.15 |
| Baltimore | 5 hr, 31 min | CZK 775.98 |
| Philadelphia | 10 hr, 37 min | CZK 1,477.94 |
| Washington, DC | 3 hr, 32 min | CZK 552.17 |
| Norfolk | 12 hr, 50 min | CZK 1,203.70 |
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