Annandale is heavily reliant on an extensive road network, though it benefits from strong regional public transit connections. The community is bisected by **Little River Turnpike (VA Route 236)** and bordered to the east by the **Capital Beltway (I-495)**, making it highly accessible for commuters.
While Annandale does not have its own Washington Metro rail station, it is served by robust bus networks. The **Metrobus** and the **Fairfax Connector** provide frequent service through the area, connecting residents to nearby Metro stations like Dunn Loring, East Falls Church, and Pentagon City. For air travel, residents use **Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)** and **Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)**, both accessible within a 30-minute drive. The community is actively improving its bicycle infrastructure and features extensive multi-use walking paths, such as the Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail.