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

The cheapest way to get from Roanoke to Fairfax is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Roanoke to Fairfax is to fly and subway which takes 3h 37m and costs $40 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Roanoke and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct bus from Roanoke station to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from 3rd St Station Slip D and arriving at University Dr+Main St via Salem VDOT Park & Ride and Dunn Loring+Bay E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Roanoke and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct train from Roanoke to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Roanoke and arriving at Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform and Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Roanoke to Fairfax?

The distance between Roanoke and Fairfax is 237 miles. The road distance is 207.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roanoke to Fairfax without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Roanoke to Fairfax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Fairfax bus from?

Roanoke to Fairfax bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, depart from Salem VDOT Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Roanoke to Fairfax train from?

Roanoke to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Roanoke station.

Train or bus from Roanoke to Fairfax?

The best way to get from Roanoke to Fairfax is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $55 and takes 7h.

Where does the Roanoke to Fairfax bus arrive?

Roanoke to Fairfax bus services, operated by Virginia Breeze, arrive at West Falls Church Metro station.

Where does the Roanoke to Fairfax train arrive?

Roanoke to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Alexandria station.

Can I drive from Roanoke to Fairfax?

Yes, the driving distance between Roanoke to Fairfax is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Roanoke to Fairfax.

Where can I stay near Fairfax?

There are 876+ hotels available in Fairfax.

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There are 6 ways to get from Roanoke to Fairfax by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, subway, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
5h 40m
$74–146
Drive 206 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roanoke to Fairfaxcar 206 mi
4h 10m
$38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to West Falls Church Metrobus Highlands Rhythm
7h
$42–55
Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field, subway
1. Fly from Roanoke Regional Airport-Woodrum Field (ROA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane ROA - IAD
2. Take the subway from East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
3h 37m
$43–280
Bus via Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay E (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Roanoke Bus Stop to Springfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
7h 46m
$40–74
Train to Charlottesville, fly
1. Take the train from Roanoke to Charlottesvilletrain
2. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CHO - IAD
5h 34m
$101–370

Roanoke to Fairfax by train and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 236 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Roanoke to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, Virginia Breeze operates a bus from Salem VDOT Park & Ride to West Falls Church Metro once daily. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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