How to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station by bus?

Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station - Bus Schedule

The 7A bus from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station runs from 5:02 AM to 11:17 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 58 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station by bus

To get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 7A bus from Ric Airport station to Williamsburg + Lea Lane station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7A bus and finally take the FLIXBUS 2605 bus from Richmond (E Grace St & Crane St) station to Charlottesville (University Of Virginia) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus schedule from Richmond Airport (RIC) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Charlottesville Union Station on the Moovit app.

178min$1.00
Bus - 7A7A
Bus - 7A7A
Bus - FLIXBUS 2605FLIXBUS 2605
Walk to Charlottesville Union Station
Leaves from Ric Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Richmond Airport (RIC)
  • 2
    Bus - 7A7A
    Wait for bus
    7A
    7a Richmond Intl Airport Via Nine Mile Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Williamsburg + Lea Lane
    ID 2353
    7 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7A7A
    Wait for bus
    7A
    7a Richmond Intl Airport Via Nine Mile Rd
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broad + 17th
    ID 358
    32 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Richmond (E Grace St & Crane St)
    ID 6DR
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - FLIXBUS 2605FLIXBUS 2605
    Wait for bus
    FLIXBUS 2605
    Charlotte Bus Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Charlottesville (University Of Virginia)
    ID 6UV
    75 min
  • 9
    Walk to Charlottesville Union Station
    Walk to
    Charlottesville Union Station
    1.47 mi • 30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station

The distance between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Charlottesville Union Station is approximately 78.89 mi, which can typically be traveled in 178 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Charlottesville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station

To check the bus schedule from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Richmond Airport (RIC)) and destination (Charlottesville Union Station), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station?

    The fastest way takes 178 minutes, using Bus line 7A, Bus line 7A, Bus line FLIXBUS 2605.

  • Is there a direct bus between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Charlottesville Union Station?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station?

    The 7A bus line goes from Williamsburg + Lea Lane station near Richmond Airport (RIC) in Henrico County to Broad + 17th station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Broad + 17th station near Charlottesville Union Station.

  • How long does it take to travel from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station by bus?

    The total travel time between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Charlottesville Union Station by bus is about 2 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Richmond Airport (RIC) to get to Charlottesville Union Station?

    Get on the 7A bus from the Williamsburg + Lea Lane stop near Richmond Airport (RIC) in Henrico County.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Charlottesville Union Station?

    Get off the bus at the Broad + 17th stop, which is closest to Charlottesville Union Station.

  • How much is the bus fare from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station?

    The ride from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charlottesville Union Station costs $1.00.

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