Emporia travel guide
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You're Going to Love Emporia
With a population of 5,927, Emporia is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Emporia to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Emporia
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Emporia in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Emporia, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.
How to Get to Emporia
Plane
Although Emporia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Richmond Byrd Airport (RIC), which is located 93 km from Emporia. Raleigh-Durham Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Emporia departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 08m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Emporia. The train journey from Emporia to Newport News takes 1h 12m and costs around $15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 51m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Emporia is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 251 km from Emporia. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Washington, D.C..
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Emporia, including Megabus, CoachRun and Greyhound. From Coral Hills, the bus ride to Emporia takes 145 km and will cost you around $36. From Coral Hills, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 145 km.
Airlines serving Emporia
Where to stay in Emporia
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Emporia and Knights Inn Emporia.