What is the cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Fairfax and Penn State University (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station). However, there are services departing from Monument Dr Transit Center Bay D and arriving at Penn State University via Washington, DC, 15th St & Market St - FS and 69th St Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Fairfax and Penn State University (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station). However, there are services departing from Alexandria and arriving at 69th St Transit Center via Drexel Station at 30th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station)?

The distance between Fairfax and Penn State University (Station) is 168 miles. The road distance is 142.1 miles.

How do I travel from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) without a car is to subway and train and line 110 bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) bus from?

Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Washington, DC station.

Where do I catch the Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) train from?

Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Alexandria station.

Train or bus from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station)?

The best way to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $120 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) bus arrive?

Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Philadelphia, PA station.

Where does the Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) train arrive?

Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station).

Where can I stay near Penn State University (Station)?

There are 1133+ hotels available in Penn State University (Station).

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There are 7 ways to get from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) by subway, train, bus, car, plane, or train (Amtrak)

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Subway, train, line 110 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform to Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway O
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Gray 30th St Station to Mediatrain Med
4. Take the bus from Baltimore Pike & Orange St - FS to Penn State Universitybus 110
4h 47m
$50–102
Drive 141.3 mi
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1. Drive from Fairfax to Penn State University (Station)car 141.3 mi
2h 40m
$26–38
Bus, subway, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from University Dr+North St to East Falls Church+Bay Dbus F50
2. Take the subway from East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway O / ...
3. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus
4. Take the subway from 11th St to 69th St Transit Centersubway L1
5. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center to Penn State Universitybus 111 / ...
7h 7m
$31–52
Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, line 117 bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DCA - PHL
2. Take the bus from Chester Transit Center to Penn State Universitybus
4h 45m
$90–662
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alexandria to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
6h 13m
$53–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PAbus Washington
7h 25m
$47–112
Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport, line 117 bus
1. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane IAD - PHL
2. Take the bus from Chester Transit Center to Penn State Universitybus
4h 57m
$910–1,211

Fairfax to Penn State University (Station) by subway, train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Fairfax, VA, USA and Penn State University (Station), PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to 30th Street Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, OurBus operates a bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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