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Glen Allen travel guide

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You're Going to Love Glen Allen

With a population of 14,774, Glen Allen is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Glen Allen deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Glen Allen

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hondos (4120 Cox Rd.) and Fogo de Chao - Richmond (11221 W Broad St) are great picks.

When to visit Glen Allen

Glen Allen in February
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glen Allen in February
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Glen Allen

Plane

Although Glen Allen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Richmond Byrd Airport (RIC), which is located 15 miles from Glen Allen. The shortest domestic flight to Glen Allen departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Glen Allen, followed by Acela. The train journey from Glen Allen to Baltimore takes 3h 02m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Glen Allen is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 89 miles from Glen Allen. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Glen Allen, including FlixBus, Greyhound and CoachRun. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Glen Allen takes 115 miles and will cost you around $53. From New York, the ticket costs about $93 for a journey of 330 miles.

Plane

Although Glen Allen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Richmond Byrd Airport (RIC), which is located 15 miles from Glen Allen. The shortest domestic flight to Glen Allen departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 58m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Glen Allen, followed by Acela. The train journey from Glen Allen to Baltimore takes 3h 02m and costs around $24 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 51m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Glen Allen is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 89 miles from Glen Allen. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Glen Allen, including FlixBus, Greyhound and CoachRun. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Glen Allen takes 115 miles and will cost you around $53. From New York, the ticket costs about $93 for a journey of 330 miles.

Airports near Glen Allen

CHOCharlottesville Albemarle
RICRichmond Byrd Intl

Airlines serving Glen Allen

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KLM
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British Airways
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Delta
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Turkish Airlines
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Iberia
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Air France
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Austrian Airlines
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United Airlines
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Emirates
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Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
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Scandinavian Airlines
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Brussels Airlines
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LOT
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Finnair
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Alaska Airlines
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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ITA Airways
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Where to stay in Glen Allen

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Richmond North-Glen Allen and Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond/Virginia Center.

Where to stay in popular areas of Glen Allen

Most booked hotels in Glen Allen

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Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1168 reviews)
$146+
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Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 542 reviews)
$202+
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Virginia Crossings Hotel, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1347 reviews)
$134+
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Omni Richmond Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1065 reviews)
$185+
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Richmond Marriott Short Pump
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 287 reviews)
$187+
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The Berkeley Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 980 reviews)
$177+
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Renting a car in Glen Allen

Renting a car in Glen Allen costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Glen Allen.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Glen Allen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Glen Allen is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Glen Allen costs $62 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Glen Allen.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Glen Allen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Glen Allen is Full-size (Chevrolet Suburban or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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