Fairfax
Virginia
Fairfax is located in Virginia, approximately 138 miles from Philadelphia. The most popular drive from Fairfax is to Washington, DC. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.
Driving Times from Fairfax
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Is Fairfax from Major Cities?
Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Fairfax to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Washington DC, roughly 20 miles away by road.
Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.
Nearest Major Airports to Fairfax
If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Fairfax by road:
Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.
Driving from Fairfax: What to Know
Fairfax sits in Virginia, in the Mid-Atlantic, and most trips out of town start on the local highway network before joining the interstate system. Fill up before you leave — fuel is usually cheaper in town than at highway service plazas — and check conditions before longer drives, since weather in the Mid-Atlantic can change travel times considerably. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-76, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.
All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.