Ashburn travel guide
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You're Going to Love Ashburn
With a population of 43,511, Ashburn is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ashburn has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Ashburn
Where to Eat in Ashburn
If you’re looking for affordable options, Uncle Julio's - Loudoun (44703 Thorndike Street) and Okada Japanese Restaurant (20357 Exchange St) are great picks.
When to visit Ashburn
How to Get to Ashburn
Plane
When flying to Ashburn, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ashburn departs from Boston and takes around 1h 28m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Ashburn, followed by Acela. The train journey from Ashburn to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 44m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Ashburn is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 26 miles from Ashburn. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Washington, D.C..
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashburn, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and Greyhound. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Ashburn takes 40 miles and will cost you around $30. From Philadelphia, the ticket costs about $56 for a journey of 170 miles.
Airports near Ashburn
Airlines serving Ashburn
Where to stay in popular areas of Ashburn
Most booked hotels in Ashburn
Renting a car in Ashburn
Renting a car in Ashburn costs $58 per day, on average, or $232 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.
Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Ashburn (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Ashburn is Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.