How far is Fairfax, VA from Alexandria, VA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Fairfax and Alexandria is 14.26 miles (22.94 km).
Flight distance from Fairfax, VA to Alexandria, VA is 14.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Fairfax, Virginia to Alexandria, Virginia is: 17.3 miles (27.85 km) by car.
Driving from Fairfax to Alexandria will take approximately 00 hours 26 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 Alexandria
A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art.
| Population | 158726 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°48'17"N 77°2'49"W |
| Latitude | 38.8048400 |
| Longitude | -77.0469200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Alexandria: South Washington Street (-77.04696,38.804845)
Estimated Travel Time Between Fairfax and Alexandria
The distance between Fairfax and Alexandria is 28 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 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 Alexandria. The current time is 06:22:48.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.31 liters (0.61 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Fairfax and Alexandria.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Fairfax to Alexandria is $2.03 (diesel $2.62).
Virginia gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.76 | $4.12 | $4.29 |
| Total | $2.03 | $2.3 | $2.51 | $2.62 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Fairfax and Alexandria (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
