How to get from Albany to Fairfax
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Fairfax takes approximately 491 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 6 route options for you.
From Albany to Fairfax
Fastest Route
491 min
636.7 km
5 transfers
ADT A531
A
Northeast Regional
R
O
F50
Departs from:
Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
Walking:
31 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 15 min (0.9 km)
to Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
2
Take
ADT A531
Bus
Direction: New York (P.A.B.T.)
From Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
to New York (P.A.B.T.)
(2 stops, 180 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
4
Take
A
Subway
Direction: Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd
From 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
to 34 St-Penn Station
5
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
6
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to Washington Union Station
(8 stops, 215 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
8
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform
(2 stops, 5 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
10
Take
O
Subway
Direction: Vienna
From Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform
(11 stops, 29 min)
11
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Vienna+Bay H
12
Take
F50
Bus
Direction: West to George Mason
From Vienna+Bay H
to University Dr+Main St
(14 stops, 16 min)
13
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Fairfax
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Albany:
- Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
- State St & Eagle St
- Eagle St & Howard St
- Washington Ave & S. Swan St
Public transport stations close to Fairfax
Fairfax is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Fairfax:
- University Dr+Main St
- University Dr+North St
- Fairfax Judicial Center
- University Dr+South St
Alternative Route
517 min
638.9 km
4 transfers
ADT A531
A
Northeast Regional
O
FFX to Arlington
Departs from:
Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
Walking:
38 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 15 min (0.9 km)
to Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
2
Take
ADT A531
Bus
Direction: New York (P.A.B.T.)
From Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
to New York (P.A.B.T.)
(2 stops, 180 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
4
Take
A
Subway
Direction: Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd
From 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
to 34 St-Penn Station
5
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
6
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Roanoke
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to New Carrollton Amtrak Station
(8 stops, 216 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
8
Take
O
Subway
Direction: Vienna
From New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
(19 stops, 39 min)
9
Walk 8 min (0.5 km)
to Hazel Hall
10
Take
FFX to Arlington
Bus
Direction: Masonvale (Sb)
From Hazel Hall
to Commerce Building (Inbound)
(1 stops, 0 min)
11
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Fairfax
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Fairfax.
How do I travel from Albany to Fairfax in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Fairfax takes approximately 491 minutes via the ADT A531 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Fairfax from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 517 minutes using the ADT A531 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Fairfax without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 491 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Fairfax?
The ADT A531 line provides bus service between Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal) and University Dr+Main St in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Fairfax by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Fairfax in Albany takes approximately 491 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Fairfax?
Board the ADT A531 bus at Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal) station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Fairfax?
The nearest stop to Fairfax is University Dr+Main St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Albany.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.