The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 2 trains that leave New York, NY for Fairfax Station, VA on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€55 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:40 AM New York, NY | 5h10 | 3:50 PM Fairfax Station, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM New York, NY | 4h38 | 4:48 PM Fairfax Station, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA
Trains from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 20:30 |
FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fairfax Station, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Fairfax Station, VA
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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