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

The cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Ballston is to bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairfax to Ballston is to subway which takes 14 min and costs $2 - $3.

Is there a direct bus between Fairfax and Ballston?

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 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Fairfax and Ballston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform and arriving at Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Fairfax to Ballston?

The distance between Fairfax and Ballston is 9 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairfax to Ballston without a car is to subway which takes 14 min and costs $2 - $3.

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

The subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Fairfax to Ballston train from?

Fairfax to Ballston train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform station.

Where does the Fairfax to Ballston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fairfax to Ballston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fairfax to Ballston?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfax to Ballston is 13 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Fairfax to Ballston.

Where can I stay near Ballston?

There are 1646+ hotels available in Ballston.

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

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1. Take the subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway O
14 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fairfax Bl+University Dr to Ballston+Bay Fbus F60
1h 2m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fairfax to Ballstontaxi 13.1 mi
16 min
$40–50
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from Fairfax to Ballstoncar 13.1 mi
16 min
$3–4

Fairfax to Ballston by subway

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Fairfax, VA, USA and Ballston, VA, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 14 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 1h 2m.

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