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From Arlington to Charlottesville

How to get from Arlington to Charlottesville

The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Charlottesville takes approximately 250 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway and bus. We found 5 route options for you.

Fastest Route
250 min 208.3 km
3 transfers
6 min
O
4 min
Virginia Breeze
Virginia Breeze
2 min
7
4 min
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
Walking: 16 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
2
Take O Subway
Direction: Vienna
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to West Falls Church, Orange Line Track 2 Platform (2 stops, 9 min)
3
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to West Falls Church Metro
4
Take Virginia Breeze Bus
Direction: Blacksburg, Va
From West Falls Church Metro to Dulles Airport
5
Take Virginia Breeze Bus
Direction: Danville, Va
From Dulles Airport to Barracks Road Shopping Center (3 stops, 140 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Brsc at Arlington Southbound
7
Take 7 Bus
Direction: 7 DOWNTOWN
From Brsc at Arlington Southbound to E Market St at 5th St Ne (11 stops, 17 min)
8
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Charlottesville

Public transport stations close to Arlington

Arlington is located in Arlington 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 Charlottesville

Charlottesville is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Bus stations close to Charlottesville:

  • Downtown Transit Station
  • Downtown Transit Center
  • Charlottesville City Bus Hub
  • Charlottesville (Go Bus)
Alternative Route
216 min 179.6 km
1 transfer
9 min
A71
2 min
Northeast Regional
24 min
Departs from: N Randolph St+Wilson Bl
Walking: 35 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, 45 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Alexandria
4
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Roanoke
From Alexandria to Charlottesville (3 stops, 132 min)
5
Walk 24 min (1.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Charlottesville

Questions & Answers

Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Charlottesville.

How do I travel from Arlington to Charlottesville in Arlington?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Charlottesville takes approximately 250 minutes via the O subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Charlottesville from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 216 minutes using the A71 bus line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Charlottesville without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 250 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Charlottesville?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform and E Market St at 5th St Ne in Arlington.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Charlottesville by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Charlottesville in Arlington takes approximately 250 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Charlottesville?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform station, located near Arlington in Arlington.
Which station is closest to Charlottesville?
The nearest stop to Charlottesville is E Market St at 5th St Ne station. Exit here to reach your destination in Arlington.

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.