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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Fairfax is to bus which costs $70 - $95 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Fairfax is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs $140 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at University Dr+Main St via Manhattan, NY and Vienna+Bay H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Fairfax?

The distance between Schenectady and Fairfax is 346 miles. The road distance is 394.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Fairfax without a car is to train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station which takes 8h 31m and costs $100 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Schenectady to Fairfax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Fairfax bus from?

Schenectady to Fairfax bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Fairfax train from?

Schenectady to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Schenectady to Fairfax?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Fairfax is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs $140 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, which costs $100 - $300 and takes 8h 31m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $95 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Schenectady to Fairfax bus arrive?

Schenectady to Fairfax bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Midtown station.

Where does the Schenectady to Fairfax train arrive?

Schenectady to Fairfax train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Fairfax?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Fairfax is 394 miles. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Schenectady to Fairfax.

Where can I stay near Fairfax?

There are 916+ hotels available in Fairfax.

Schenectady to Fairfax - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Fairfax?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Fairfax. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

There are 8 ways to get from Schenectady to Fairfax by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, subway, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane ALB - DCA
4h 15m
$148–1,012
Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, subway
cheapest
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)plane ALB - BWI
2. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
5h 6m
$68–634
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional
8h 31m
$105–295
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtownbus Nyc / ...
2. Take the bus from Manhattan, NY to Vienna Metrobus Manhattan-Vienna/Fairfax
9h 6m
$74–94
Drive 392 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Fairfaxcar 392 mi
7h 12m
$72–104
Line 370 bus, fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway
1. Take the bus from Nott Terr & State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Drbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane ALB - IAD
3. Take the subway from East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platformsubway
4h 27m
$78–486
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
10h 6m
$97–220
Bus via Albany Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Albany to New Yorkbus Adt A289 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Union Stationbus New York
11h 18m
$82–194

Schenectady to Fairfax by train and subway (Amtrak)

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8h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 344 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Fairfax, VA, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Schenectady to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform, and Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform in around 8h 31m.

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