What is the cheapest way to get from Charleston to Fairfax?

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Fairfax is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charleston to Fairfax?

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Fairfax is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $100 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Charleston and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct train from Charleston station to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Charleston Station and arriving at Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform and Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Charleston to Fairfax?

The distance between Charleston and Fairfax is 270 miles. The road distance is 320.5 miles.

How do I travel from Charleston to Fairfax without a car?

The best way to get from Charleston to Fairfax without a car is to train which takes 10h 49m and costs $120 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Charleston to Fairfax?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Charleston to Fairfax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Fairfax train from?

Charleston to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charleston Station.

Train or fly from Charleston to Fairfax?

The best way to get from Charleston to Fairfax is to fly which takes 2h 16m and costs $100 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $250 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Charleston to Fairfax train arrive?

Charleston to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Alexandria station.

Can I drive from Charleston to Fairfax?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Fairfax is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Charleston to Fairfax.

Where can I stay near Fairfax?

There are 968+ hotels available in Fairfax.

Charleston to Fairfax - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Charleston to Fairfax by plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Yeager Airport (CRW) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane CRW - DCA
2h 16m
$102–621
Drive 318.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charleston to Fairfaxcar 318.7 mi
5h 39m
$59–84
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charleston Station to Alexandriatrain Cardinal
10h 49m
$122–250

Charleston to Fairfax by train and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 268.7 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Charleston, WV, USA and Fairfax, VA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Yeager Airport (CRW) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Charleston Station to Alexandria 3 times a week. Tickets cost $110–250 and the journey takes 9h 56m.

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