How to get from Arlington to Charleston
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Charleston takes approximately 941 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use subway and bus. We found 6 route options for you.
Fastest Route
941 min
1,004.6 km
5 transfers
O
R
Flixbus 2654
Greyhound Us0421
Greyhound Us0140
3
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
22 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take
O
Subway
Direction: New Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
(6 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
(2 stops, 4 min)
5
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take
Flixbus 2654
Bus
Direction: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
From Washington Union Station
to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
7
Take
Greyhound Us0421
Bus
Direction: St Louis Bus Station
From Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
to Columbus (E Mound St)
(2 stops, 225 min)
8
Take
Greyhound Us0140
Bus
Direction: Charlotte Bus Station
From Columbus (E Mound St)
to Charleston Bus Station
(2 stops, 220 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Lee & Reynolds St
10
Take
3
Bus
Direction: City Center
From Lee & Reynolds St
to Lee St & Court St
(1 stops, 2 min)
11
Walk 8 min (0.5 km)
✓
Arrive at Charleston
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Charleston and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Arlington:
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
Bus stations close to Arlington:
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs
Public transport stations close to Charleston
Charleston is located in Charleston and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Charleston:
- Charleston
Bus stations close to Charleston:
- Lee & Dickinson St
- Lee St & Capitol St
- Wash & Dickinson St
- Quarrier St & Dickinson St
Alternative Route
629 min
621.4 km
1 transfer
A71
Cardinal
Departs from:
N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
Walking:
23 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 9 min (0.5 km)
to N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
2
Take
A71
Bus
Direction: South to King St-Old Town
From N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
to Amtrak Station
(35 stops, 36 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Alexandria
4
Take
Cardinal
Train
Direction: Chicago
From Alexandria
to Charleston
(11 stops, 550 min)
5
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Charleston
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Charleston.
How do I travel from Arlington to Charleston in Charleston?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Charleston takes approximately 941 minutes via the O subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Charleston from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 629 minutes using the A71 bus line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Charleston without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 941 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Charleston?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Lee St & Court St in Charleston.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Charleston by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Charleston in Charleston takes approximately 941 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Charleston?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Charleston.
Which station is closest to Charleston?
The nearest stop to Charleston is Lee St & Court St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Charleston.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.