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
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ashburn in December
Estimated hotel price
$137
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 Orlando and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Ashburn, followed by Acela. The train journey from Ashburn to Philadelphia takes 1h 53m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 53m 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 Sixt and Turo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashburn, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and Bus. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Ashburn takes 121 km and will cost you around $23. From New York, the ticket costs about $58 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 Orlando and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Ashburn, followed by Acela. The train journey from Ashburn to Philadelphia takes 1h 53m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $22 for a 2h 53m 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 Sixt and Turo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ashburn, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and Bus. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Ashburn takes 121 km and will cost you around $23. From New York, the ticket costs about $58 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 (8.7, 166 reviews)
$93+
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Hyatt House Sterling Dulles Airport North
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1294 reviews)
$112+
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Aloft Dulles Airport North
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 784 reviews)
$102+
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Sonesta Es Suites Dulles Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1202 reviews)
$103+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ashburn Dulles North
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 363 reviews)
$116+
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Courtyard by Marriott Dulles Airport Herndon
3 stars
Excellent (8, 900 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Ashburn

Renting a car in Ashburn costs $74 per day, on average, or $296 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, 17% more expensive than at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ashburn, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Ashburn costs $74 per day, on average, or $296 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, 17% more expensive than at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Compact (Polestar 2 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ashburn, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

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