How to get from Annapolis to Fairfax
The fastest way to travel from Annapolis to Fairfax takes approximately 252 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus, train and subway. We found 5 route options for you.
From Annapolis to Fairfax
Fastest Route
252 min
150.7 km
5 transfers
70
Citylink Silver
Acela
R
O
F50
Departs from:
West ST & Church Cir
Walking:
17 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West ST & Church Cir
2
Take
70
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Light Rail
From West ST & Church Cir
to Hanover ST & Patapsco AVE nb
(84 stops, 77 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Patapsco AVE & Hanover ST wb
4
Take
Citylink Silver
Bus
Direction: Morgan State Univ
From Patapsco AVE & Hanover ST wb
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
(26 stops, 31 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Baltimore Penn Station
6
Take
Acela
Train
Direction: Washington
From Baltimore Penn Station
to Washington Union Station
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, 14 min)
13
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Fairfax
Public transport stations close to Annapolis
Annapolis is located in Annapolis and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Annapolis:
- Church Circle Annapolis
- Church Circle & School St.
- Church CIR & School St
- Church Circle at Court House
Public transport stations close to Fairfax
Fairfax is located in Annapolis 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
237 min
133.0 km
5 transfers
70
201
75
Commuter Rail
O
F50
Departs from:
West ST & Church Cir
Walking:
17 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West ST & Church Cir
2
Take
70
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Light Rail
From West ST & Church Cir
to Baltimore Annapolis Blvd & OAK LN wb
(58 stops, 57 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to B&A Blvd & Maple Ave NW Nb
4
Take
201
Bus
Direction: Cromwell Light Rail Station
From B&A Blvd & Maple Ave NW Nb
to Dorsey Rd & Candlewood Rd
(8 stops, 11 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Candlewood RD & Dorsey Rd
6
Take
75
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Station
From Candlewood RD & Dorsey Rd
to BWI Marshall Marc Station sb
(4 stops, 12 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
8
Take
Commuter Rail
Train
Direction: Washington
From Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
to New Carrollton Amtrak Station
(3 stops, 23 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
10
Take
O
Subway
Direction: Vienna
From New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform
(24 stops, 55 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, 14 min)
13
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Fairfax
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Annapolis to Fairfax.
How do I travel from Annapolis to Fairfax in Annapolis?
The quickest journey from Annapolis to Fairfax takes approximately 252 minutes via the 70 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Fairfax from Annapolis?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 237 minutes using the 70 bus line.
Can I get directly from Annapolis to Fairfax without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 252 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Annapolis and Fairfax?
The 70 line provides bus service between West ST & Church Cir and University Dr+Main St in Annapolis.
What is the journey time from Annapolis to Fairfax by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Annapolis to Fairfax in Annapolis takes approximately 252 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Annapolis to Fairfax?
Board the 70 bus at West ST & Church Cir station, located near Annapolis in Annapolis.
Which station is closest to Fairfax?
The nearest stop to Fairfax is University Dr+Main St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Annapolis.
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.