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

The cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Arlington County is to bus which costs $3 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairfax to Arlington County is to subway which takes 17 min and costs $2 - $3.

Is there a direct bus between Fairfax and Arlington County?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fairfax Bl+University Dr and arriving at Ballston+Bay F. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Fairfax and Arlington County?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform and arriving at Clarendon, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Fairfax to Arlington County?

The distance between Fairfax and Arlington County is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairfax to Arlington County without a car is to subway which takes 17 min and costs $2 - $3.

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

The subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to Clarendon, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Fairfax to Arlington County bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Fairfax Bl+University Dr station.

Where does the Fairfax to Arlington County bus arrive?

Fairfax to Arlington County bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Ballston+Bay F station.

Where does the Fairfax to Arlington County train arrive?

Fairfax to Arlington County train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Clarendon, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station.

Can I drive from Fairfax to Arlington County?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfax to Arlington County is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Fairfax to Arlington County.

Where can I stay near Arlington County?

There are 1491+ hotels available in Arlington County.

Fairfax to Arlington County - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Fairfax to Arlington County by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to Clarendon, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway O
17 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fairfax Bl+University Dr to Ballston+Bay Fbus F60
58 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fairfax to Arlington Countytaxi 12.7 mi
20 min
$35–50
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Fairfax to Arlington Countycar 12.7 mi
20 min
$3–4

Fairfax to Arlington County by subway

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Distance: 10.5 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to Clarendon, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Fairfax Bl+University Dr to Ballston+Bay F hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 58 min.

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