What is the cheapest way to get from Fairfax County to Richmond?

The cheapest way to get from Fairfax County to Richmond is to bus which costs $15 - $35 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairfax County to Richmond?

The fastest way to get from Fairfax County to Richmond is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Fairfax County and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairfax County to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Rolling Valley P&R Bay C and arriving at Richmond via Springfield Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Fairfax County and Richmond?

No, there is no direct train from Fairfax County to Richmond station. However, there are services departing from 1 and arriving at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station via Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Fairfax County to Richmond?

The distance between Fairfax County and Richmond is 105 miles. The road distance is 96.6 miles.

How do I travel from Fairfax County to Richmond without a car?

The best way to get from Fairfax County to Richmond without a car is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $15 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Fairfax County to Richmond?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Fairfax County to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairfax County to Richmond bus from?

Fairfax County to Richmond bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Springfield Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Fairfax County to Richmond train from?

Fairfax County to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Alexandria station.

Train or bus from Fairfax County to Richmond?

The best way to get from Fairfax County to Richmond is to bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $15 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $85 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Fairfax County to Richmond bus arrive?

Fairfax County to Richmond bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Richmond station.

Where does the Fairfax County to Richmond train arrive?

Fairfax County to Richmond train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Fairfax County to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfax County to Richmond is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Fairfax County to Richmond.

How do I get a train ticket from Fairfax County to Richmond?

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There are 5 ways to get from Fairfax County to Richmond by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Richmondbus Greyhound US0670
3h 46m
$15–31
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alexandria to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
3h 48m
$34–84
Drive 96.1 mi
1. Drive from Fairfax County to Richmondcar 96.1 mi
1h 44m
$18–26
Line 495 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Guinea and Bronte to Tysons Corner Metrobus
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane IAD - RIC
3h 56m
$43–327
Bus via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Bl+Coleridge Dr to Pentagon+Bay L5bus F28
2. Take the bus from Arlington to Richmondbus FlixBus N2601 / ...
3h 54m
$20–32

Fairfax County to Richmond by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 104.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Fairfax County, VA, USA and Richmond, VA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Richmond once daily. Tickets cost $14–28 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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