Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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.

Where to Eat in Ashburn

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Ashburn, VA (19870 Belmont Chase Dr) and Clyde's Willow Creek Farm (42920 Broadlands Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Ashburn

Ashburn in December
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashburn in December
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ashburn

Plane

When flying to Ashburn, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ashburn departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Ashburn, followed by Acela. The train journey from Ashburn to Baltimore takes 0h 33m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ashburn is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 42 km from Ashburn. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashburn, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Ashburn takes 225 km and will cost you around $50. From New York, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 338 km.

Plane

When flying to Ashburn, you’ll arrive at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Ashburn departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Ashburn, followed by Acela. The train journey from Ashburn to Baltimore takes 0h 33m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Wilmington, expect to pay about $11 for a 1h 35m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ashburn is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 42 km from Ashburn. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashburn, including OurBus, Bus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Ashburn takes 225 km and will cost you around $50. From New York, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 338 km.

Airports near Ashburn

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Where to stay in popular areas of Ashburn

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Tru by Hilton Ashburn One Loudoun
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 169 reviews)
$100+
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Aloft Dulles Airport North
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 787 reviews)
$104+
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The Westin Washington Dulles Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1289 reviews)
$127+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott at Dulles Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 440 reviews)
$114+
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Hyatt Regency Dulles
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1572 reviews)
$119+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ashburn Dulles North
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 363 reviews)
$103+
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Renting a car in Ashburn

Renting a car in Ashburn costs $44 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Ashburn.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. The most frequently booked car type in Ashburn is Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Polestar 2 or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ashburn costs $44 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Ashburn.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. The most frequently booked car type in Ashburn is Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Polestar 2 or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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