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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Fairfax is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Fairfax is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $190 - $1,300.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Columbia 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 11h 14m.

How far is it from Columbia to Fairfax?

The distance between Columbia and Fairfax is 435 miles. The road distance is 455.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Fairfax without a car is to train which takes 11h 14m and costs $160 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Columbia to Fairfax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Fairfax train from?

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

Train or fly from Columbia to Fairfax?

The best way to get from Columbia to Fairfax is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $190 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $340 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Columbia to Fairfax train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Columbia to Fairfax?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Fairfax is 456 miles. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Columbia to Fairfax.

Where can I stay near Fairfax?

There are 1000+ hotels available in Fairfax.

Columbia to Fairfax - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Fairfax by plane, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

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Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane CAE - DCA
3h 48m
$196–1,208
Drive 453.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia to Fairfaxcar 453.1 mi
8h 28m
$83–120
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Alexandriatrain Floridian
11h 14m
$163–331
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CAE - IAD
2. Take the subway from East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
3h 53m
$126–808

Columbia to Fairfax by train and subway (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

11h 14mAverage Duration

$163Cheapest Price

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Distance: 432.9 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Fairfax, VA, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Columbia (CAE) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Columbia Station to Alexandria once daily. Tickets cost $160–330 and the journey takes 10h 21m.

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