How far is Fairfax, VA from Arlington, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairfax and Arlington is 11.13 miles (17.92 km).
Flight distance from Fairfax, VA to Arlington, VA is 11.13 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairfax, Virginia to Arlington, Virginia is: 13.53 miles (21.78 km) by car.
Driving from Fairfax to Arlington will take approximately 00 hours 21 minutes.
#1 Fairfax
Independent city in Virginia, United States
| Population | 23429 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°50'46"N 77°18'23"W |
| Latitude | 38.8462200 |
| Longitude | -77.3063700 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arlington
A county in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Arlington is known for its many military bases, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Arlington National Cemetery and the Pentagon.
| Population | 229164 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°52'52"N 77°6'15"W |
| Latitude | 38.8810100 |
| Longitude | -77.1042800 |
| Altitude | 71 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Arlington: Wilson Boulevard (-77.104347,38.881084)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fairfax and Arlington
The distance between Fairfax and Arlington is 22 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 14 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Fairfax and Arlington. The current time is 05:02:35.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.81 liters (0.48 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairfax and Arlington.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairfax to Arlington is $1.59 (diesel $2.05).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $1.59 | $1.8 | $1.97 | $2.05 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Virginia ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.320 (Diesel $4.292) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fairfax and Arlington (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
