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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Fairfax is to bus which costs $90 - $170 and takes 19h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Fairfax is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $180 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at University Dr+Main St via Washington Union Station and Vienna+Bay H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform via Rockville, Red Line Center Platform and Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 40m.

How far is it from Chicago to Fairfax?

The distance between Chicago and Fairfax is 629 miles. The road distance is 680 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Fairfax without a car is to train which takes 17h 40m and costs $130 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Chicago to Fairfax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Fairfax bus from?

Chicago to Fairfax bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Fairfax train from?

Chicago to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Fairfax?

The best way to get from Chicago to Fairfax is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $180 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $280 and takes 17h 40m, you could also bus, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 19h 2m.

Where does the Chicago to Fairfax bus arrive?

Chicago to Fairfax bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Fairfax?

Fairfax is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:13 AM in Chicago and 5:13 AM in Fairfax.

Where does the Chicago to Fairfax train arrive?

Chicago to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Rockville Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Fairfax?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Fairfax is 680 miles. It takes approximately 12h 13m to drive from Chicago to Fairfax.

Where can I stay near Fairfax?

There are 423+ hotels available in Fairfax.

Chicago to Fairfax - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Fairfax by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, subway, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane MDW - DCA
4h 3m
$186–1,114
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, subway
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)plane MDW - BWI
2. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
5h 12m
$86–675
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtraktrain Floridian
17h 40m
$130–275
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0164
19h 2m
$90–168
Drive 676 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Fairfaxcar 676 mi
12h 13m
$124–179
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, subway
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane ORD - DCA
2. Take the subway from Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
4h 23m
$136–814
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane ORD - IAD
4h 38m
$206–567
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, subway
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)plane ORD - BWI
2. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
5h 41m
$86–565
Train to South Bend, fly to Washington Dulles International Airport
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane SBN - IAD
5h 36m
$137–576

Chicago to Fairfax by train and subway (Amtrak)

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What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Fairfax, VA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $120–270 and the journey takes 16h 36m.

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