How to get from Amherst to Falls Church
The fastest way to travel from Amherst to Falls Church takes approximately 280 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, train and subway. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
280 min
272.0 km
4 transfers
Virginia Breeze
7
Northeast Regional
B
O
Departs from:
171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Walking:
40 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
2
Take
Virginia Breeze
Bus
Direction: Washington Dc
From 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
to Barracks Road Shopping Center
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Brsc at Arlington Southbound
4
Take
7
Bus
Direction: 7 DOWNTOWN
From Brsc at Arlington Southbound
to W Main St at The Flats
(6 stops, 11 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charlottesville
6
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: New York
From Charlottesville
to Alexandria
(3 stops, 126 min)
7
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform
8
Take
B
Subway
Direction: Largo
From King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform
to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
(7 stops, 18 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform
10
Take
O
Subway
Direction: Vienna
From Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform
to East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
(4 stops, 11 min)
11
Walk 28 min (1.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Falls Church
Public transport stations close to Amherst
Amherst is located in Falls Church and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Amherst:
- 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Public transport stations close to Falls Church
Falls Church is located in Falls Church and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Falls Church:
- Washington ST @ Broad St
- S Washington St+E Broad St
- S Washington St+Broad St
- W Broad St+S Maple Av
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Amherst to Falls Church.
How do I travel from Amherst to Falls Church in Falls Church?
The quickest journey from Amherst to Falls Church takes approximately 280 minutes via the Virginia Breeze bus service.
Can I get directly from Amherst to Falls Church without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 280 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Amherst and Falls Church?
The Virginia Breeze line provides bus service between 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst and East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform in Falls Church.
What is the journey time from Amherst to Falls Church by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Amherst to Falls Church in Falls Church takes approximately 280 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Amherst to Falls Church?
Board the Virginia Breeze bus at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst station, located near Amherst in Falls Church.
Which station is closest to Falls Church?
The nearest stop to Falls Church is East Falls Church, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform station. Exit here to reach your destination in Falls Church.
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.