How to get from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus and train?

Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University - Bus Schedule

The P71 bus from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University runs from 5:54 AM to 7:26 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 4 hr 21 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus and train

To get from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the P71 bus from Northview Dr + Collington Rd station to New Carrollton+Bay B station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train and finally take the VIRGINIA BREEZE bus from Union Station station to The Plaza at Main Street Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus and train schedule from Bowie may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Virginia Commonwealth University on the Moovit app.

261min$2.00
Bus - P71P71
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Bus - VIRGINIA BREEZEVIRGINIA BREEZE
Walk to Virginia Commonwealth University
Leaves from Northview Dr + Collington Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Bowie
  • 2
    Bus - P71P71
    Wait for bus
    P71
    New Carrollton Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    New Carrollton+Bay B
    ID 3004446
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    New Carrollton Amtrak Station
    ID NCR
    640 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Washington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    18 min
  • 7
    Bus - VIRGINIA BREEZEVIRGINIA BREEZE
    Wait for bus
    VIRGINIA BREEZE
    The Village at Martinsville
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Plaza at Main Street Station
    125 min
  • 9
    Walk to Virginia Commonwealth University
    Walk to
    Virginia Commonwealth University
    N Brunswick St Richmond, VA 23220
    1.84 mi • 38 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University

The distance between Bowie, Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond is approximately 128.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 261 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Richmond – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 261 minutes, using Bus line P71, Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Bus line VIRGINIA BREEZE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bowie and Virginia Commonwealth University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University?

    The P71 bus line goes from New Carrollton+Bay B station near Bowie in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to New Carrollton Amtrak Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till New Carrollton Amtrak Station near Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond.

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

    The total travel time between Bowie in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond by bus and train is about 4 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Bowie to get to Virginia Commonwealth University?

    Get on the P71 bus from the New Carrollton+Bay B stop near Bowie in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Bowie and Virginia Commonwealth University?

    Get off the bus at the New Carrollton Amtrak Station, which is closest to Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University?

    The ride from Bowie to Virginia Commonwealth University costs $2.00.

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