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

The cheapest way to get from Towson to Fairfax is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Towson to Fairfax is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct train between Towson and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct train from Towson to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Lutherville and arriving at Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform via Baltimore Penn Station and New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Towson to Fairfax?

The distance between Towson and Fairfax is 68 miles. The road distance is 63.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Towson to Fairfax without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 30m and costs $6 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Towson to Fairfax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Towson to Fairfax train from?

Towson to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Baltimore Penn Station.

Where does the Towson to Fairfax train arrive?

Towson to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Carrollton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Towson to Fairfax?

Yes, the driving distance between Towson to Fairfax is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Towson to Fairfax.

Where can I stay near Fairfax?

There are 974+ hotels available in Fairfax.

Towson to Fairfax - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and line 51 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Towson to Fairfax by train, subway, car, or bus

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Train, subway
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1. Take the train from Baltimore Penn Station to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain Commuter Rail / ...
2. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway O
2h 30m
$6–18
Drive 63.4 mi
1. Drive from Towson to Fairfaxcar 63.4 mi
1h 22m
$12–17
Line 51 bus, train, subway
1. Take the bus from JOPPA RD & VIRGINIA AVE wb to MARYLAND AVE & OLIVER ST sbbus 51
2. Take the train from Baltimore Penn Station to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway O
3h 36m
$9–17

Towson to Fairfax by tram, foot, train, and subway

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Distance: 67.4 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Towson, MD, USA and Fairfax, VA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Towson to Fairfax. However, you can take the vehicle to Mt. Royal / MICA, walk to Baltimore Penn Station, take the train to New Carrollton Amtrak Station, walk to New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform, then take the subway to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform. Alternatively, you can drive from Towson to Fairfax in around 1h 22m.

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