There are 4 ways to get from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station by subway, train, bus, car or towncar
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Recommended option
Subway, train
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Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
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Take the train from Alexandria to Fredericksburg
3 alternative options
Bus
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Take the bus from Washington Dulles Airport to Washington
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Take the bus from Washington to Fredericksburg
Drive
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Drive from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station
Towncar
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Take a town car from Washington Dulles Airport to Fredericksburg Station
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station by subway and train
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 11m.
The fastest way to get from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station is to drive. Taking this option will cost $10 - $15 and takes 1h 11m.
No, there is no direct bus from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station station. However, there are services departing from Washington Dulles Airport and arriving at Train Station via Washington and FRED Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
No, there is no direct train from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station. However, there are services departing from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Fredericksburg via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
The distance between Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) and Fredericksburg Station is 46 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.
The best way to get from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 45m and costs $11 - $85.
It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station, including transfers.
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station bus services, operated by Megabus, depart from Washington Dulles Airport station.
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform station.
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Fredericksburg station.

- Distance: 45.5 miles
- Duration: 2h 45m
What companies run services between Washington Dulles Airport (IAD), USA and Fredericksburg Station, VA, USA?
You can take a bus from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station via Washington and FRED Central in around 4h 16m.

- Phone
- 202-637-7000
- Website
- wmata.com
Subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Ave. Duration
- 44 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- $2 - $6
- Website
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Senior / Disabled
- $2 - $4
- Standard Fare
- $3 - $6

Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-523-6590
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Alexandria to Fredericksburg
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $13 - $75
- Website
- http://www.amtrak.com
- Schedules at
- https://www.amtrak.com/northeast-regional-train
- Book at
- https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
- Child 2-12 with paid adult
- $13 - $40
- Reserved Coach Seat
- $25 - $75
- Business Class Seat
- $40 - $100

- Phone
- +1 703-684-1001
- Website
- vre.org
Train from Alexandria to Fredericksburg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- $8 - $13
- Schedules at
- vre.org

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Alexandria to Fredericksburg
- Ave. Duration
- 47 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $24 - $35
- Website
- https://www.amtrak.com/routes.html
- Coach Seat
- $24 - $35
- Premium
- $180 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $30 - $50
- Business Seat
- $30 - $45

- Phone
- 877-462-6342
- inquiries@megabus.com
- Website
- us.megabus.com
Bus from Washington Dulles Airport to Washington
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $13 - $21
- Book at
- megabus.com

Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100/1-800-231-2222
- ifsr@greyhound.com
- Website
- greyhound.com
Bus from Washington to Fredericksburg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $13 - $19
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
- Economy
- $13 - $19
- Flexible
- $30 - $45

Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.
Contact Details
- Website
- jayride.com
Towncar from Washington Dulles Airport to Fredericksburg Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $190 - $260
- Private
- $190 - $260
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More Questions & Answers
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Fredericksburg station.
Yes, the driving distance between Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Fredericksburg Station.
There are 56+ hotels available in Fredericksburg Station. Prices start at $100 USD per night.