How to get from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus and metro?

Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University - Metro Schedule

The BLUE metro from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University runs from 12:36 AM to 12:15 AM, with departures every 5 min-5 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 22 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus and metro

To get from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, you’ll need to take one metro line and 2 bus lines: take the BLUE metro from Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St. station to Franconia-Springfield Metro station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0670 bus and finally take the BRT bus from Main Street Station Westbound Station station to Vcu Vuu Westbound Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 22 min. The ride fare is $5.30. The bus and metro schedule from Alexandria may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Virginia Commonwealth University on the Moovit app.

202min$5.30
Metro - BLUE
Bus - GREYHOUND US0670GREYHOUND US0670
Bus - BRTBRT
Walk to Virginia Commonwealth University
Leaves from Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Alexandria
  • 2
    Metro - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for metro
    BLUE
    Franconia-Springfield
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Franconia-Springfield Metro
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springfield Bus Stop
    ID SPV6
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0670GREYHOUND US0670
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0670
    Atlanta Bus Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    ID RVA6
    150 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Main Street Station Westbound Station
    ID 3521
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - BRTBRT
    Wait for bus
    BRT
    Main/Broad/Willow Lawn
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vcu Vuu Westbound Station
    ID 3511
    13 min
  • 10
    Walk to Virginia Commonwealth University
    Walk to
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    N Brunswick St Richmond, VA 23220
    0.55 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University

The distance between Alexandria, Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond is approximately 116.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 202 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus and metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Richmond – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Metro schedule from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University

To check the bus and metro schedule from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Alexandria) and destination (Virginia Commonwealth University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and metro routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and metro, 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 and metro schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University?

    The fastest way takes 202 minutes, using Metro line BLUE, Bus line GREYHOUND US0670, Bus line BRT.

  • Is there a direct metro between Alexandria and Virginia Commonwealth University?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 22 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University?

    The BLUE metro line goes from Franconia-Springfield Metro station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Springfield Bus Stop. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Springfield Bus Stop near Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond.

  • How long does it take to travel from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University by metro and bus?

    The total travel time between Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond by metro and bus is about 3 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Alexandria to get to Virginia Commonwealth University?

    Get on the BLUE metro from the Franconia-Springfield Metro station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Alexandria and Virginia Commonwealth University?

    Get off the metro at the Springfield Bus Stop, which is closest to Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond.

  • How much is the metro fare from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University?

    The ride from Alexandria to Virginia Commonwealth University costs $5.30.

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