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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 4 trains that leave Williamsburg, VA for Fairfax, VA on Fri, Jul 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 183 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.
86 Northeast Regional4:24 AM3h26Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:50 AMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$311One-way0 transfers- 86 Northeast Regional4:24 AM3h01Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:25 AMWoodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA$311One-way0 transfers
- 186 Northeast Regional3:58 PM3h02Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:00 PMWoodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA$701One-way0 transfers
- 186 Northeast Regional3:58 PM3h33Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:31 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$841One-way0 transfers
- 86 Northeast Regional4:24 AM3h01Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:25 AMWoodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA$311One-way0 transfers
- 186 Northeast Regional3:58 PM3h02Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:00 PMWoodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA$701One-way0 transfers
- 86 Northeast Regional4:24 AM3h26Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:50 AMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$311One-way0 transfers
- 186 Northeast Regional3:58 PM3h33Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA7:31 PMAlexandria Station, Alexandria, VA$841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 113 miles (183 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$55 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to Fairfax, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
Live departures
Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 86 Northeast Regional | 4:24 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 3h26 | 7:50 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 86 Northeast Regional | 4:24 AM Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 3h01 | 7:25 AM Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA
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Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (183 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 113 miles (183 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 5:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, 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, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA
Most Williamsburg, VA to Fairfax, VA trains use the Williamsburg Transportation Center to Alexandria Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Williamsburg, VA and Fairfax, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Williamsburg, VA station do trains to Fairfax, VA leave from?
Getting to Williamsburg Transportation Center from Williamsburg city centre
Williamsburg Transportation Center train station facilities and services
Williamsburg Transportation Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Second Street Bistro, Blue Talon Bistro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Williamsburg Transportation Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Williamsburg Transportation Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Williamsburg Transportation Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Williamsburg Transportation Center: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Williamsburg Transportation Center: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Williamsburg Lodge, Williamsburg Inn, Colonial Houses.
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