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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Fairfax is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Fairfax is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Federal St @ Water St and arriving at University Dr+Main St via Wilmington Bus Station and King Street-Old Town+Bay B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Dover to Fairfax?

The distance between Dover and Fairfax is 180 miles. The road distance is 110.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Fairfax without a car is to bus and train and subway which takes 4h 46m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Dover to Fairfax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Fairfax bus from?

Dover to Fairfax bus services, operated by DART First State, depart from Federal St @ Water St station.

Where does the Dover to Fairfax bus arrive?

Dover to Fairfax bus services, operated by DART First State, arrive at Wilmington Tc station.

Can I drive from Dover to Fairfax?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Fairfax is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Dover to Fairfax.

Where can I stay near Fairfax?

There are 875+ hotels available in Fairfax.

Dover to Fairfax - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Fairfax by bus, train, subway, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Federal St @ Water St to Wilmington Tcbus 301
2. Take the train from Wilmington to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway O
4h 46m
$36–78
Drive 109.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Fairfaxcar 109.4 mi
2h 28m
$20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Federal St @ Water St to Wilmington Tcbus 301
2. Take the train from Wilmington to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional / ...
6h 30m
$42–88
Bus, train, subway via Dover
1. Take the bus from Dover to Wilmington, DE - 3 W 4th Stbus
2. Take the train from Wilmington to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway O
5h 22m
$44–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Federal St @ Water St to Wilmington Tcbus 301
2. Take the bus from Wilmington Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
7h 42m
$25–49

Dover to Fairfax by bus, train, and subway

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.5 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Dover, DE, USA and Fairfax, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from Federal St @ Water St to University Dr+Main St via Wilmington Tc, Wilmington Bus Station, Washington Union Station, Washington Union Station, Alexandria, and King Street-Old Town+Bay B in around 7h 42m.

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