How to get to Manassas, VA from Richmond, VA

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Compare train and coach for Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £85.

Distance: 133 km

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Compare ways to travel from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA

Compare the available ways to get from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA:

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA costing on average £85.

The fastest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Manassas, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Richmond, VA and Manassas, VA including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £85 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£69. The journey takes 3h 10m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA

How to get to Manassas, VA from Richmond, VA by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA

Travel to Manassas, VA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA.

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There are 2 options to travel between Richmond, VA and Manassas, VA including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA:

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA costing on average £85.

The fastest way to travel from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Manassas, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 40m.

The Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA distance is approximately 133 km.
The average frequency per day from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA is:
  • Around 5 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Richmond, VA and Manassas, VA as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA:
  • Trains mostly depart from Staples Mill Road Station, Richmond, VA and arrive in Manassas Station, Manassas, VA.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Richmond, E Main St / N 17th St (Richmond Main Station), VA and arrive in Woodbridge, Express Dr (Greyhound Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Manassas, VA by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Manassas, VA by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Charlottesville, VA, Philadelphia, PA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Manassas, VA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Richmond, VA to Manassas, VA, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Manassas, VA, you can explore Old Town Manassas, which offers charming boutique shops, dining options, and seasonal events. Enjoy a fun day at SplashDown Waterpark, with its slides, pools, and picnic areas, or catch a performance at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. Visit the historic Manassas Train Depot to learn about the area's railroad history or attend events at the Prince William County Fairgrounds. For historical sights, visit the Manassas National Battlefield Park, which features walking trails and a visitor centre, or explore The Manassas Museum. The Ben Lomond Historic Site and the Liberia House Historic Site offer insights into Civil War history, while Signal Bay Waterpark provides a smaller, family-friendly option with a lazy river and children's play area.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore the main attractions of Manassas, VA, including the Manassas National Battlefield Park, local museums, and the historic downtown area.

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