What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station is to bus via College Park which costs $26 - $50 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Fairfax Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Fairfax Station. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Burke Centre Pkwy+Ox Rd via Pentagon+Bay L3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Fairfax Station?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Fairfax Station. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Burke Centre Amtrak via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station?

The distance between Philadelphia and Fairfax Station is 159 miles. The road distance is 158.6 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $45 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Fairfax Station bus from?

Philadelphia to Fairfax Station bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Fairfax Station train from?

Philadelphia to Fairfax Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $45 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $50 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Fairfax Station bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Fairfax Station bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Fairfax Station train arrive?

Philadelphia to Fairfax Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Fairfax Station is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station?

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Philadelphia to Fairfax Station - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Philadelphia to Fairfax Station by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Burke Centre Amtraktrain Northeast Regional
3h 43m
$47–659
Bus via College Park (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to College Park U of MD Metrorailbus Greyhound US0325S
7h 17m
$26–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pentagon+Bay L3 to Burke Centre Pkwy+Ox Rdbus F81
4h 54m
$29–50
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Fairfax Stationcar 157.7 mi
2h 58m
$29–42
Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane PHL - DCA
2. Take the bus from Pentagon+Bay L3 to Burke Centre Pkwy+Ox Rdbus
4h 47m
$82–609
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane PHL - IAD
2. Take the bus from Pentagon+Bay L3 to Burke Centre Pkwy+Ox Rdbus
5h 25m
$60–392

Philadelphia to Fairfax Station by bus and subway

55Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Fairfax Station, VA, USA?

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Fairfax Station via Washington Union Station and Burke Centre Amtrak in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Burke Centre Pkwy+Ox Rd via Washington Union Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Gallery Place, Red Line Track 2 Platform, Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform, Pentagon, Yellow/Blue Line Track 2 Platform, and Pentagon+Bay L3 in around 4h 54m.

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