What is the cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Lorton?

The cheapest way to get from Charlottesville to Lorton is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Lorton?

The fastest way to get from Charlottesville to Lorton is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Charlottesville and Lorton?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlottesville station to Lorton. However, there are services departing from Downtown Transit Station and arriving at Lorton Rd and Sanger St via Charlottesville Union Station and Franconia-Springfield Metro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Charlottesville and Lorton?

No, there is no direct train from Charlottesville to Lorton. However, there are services departing from Charlottesville and arriving at 2 via 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Lorton?

The distance between Charlottesville and Lorton is 116 miles. The road distance is 98.3 miles.

How do I travel from Charlottesville to Lorton without a car?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Lorton without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $18 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Charlottesville to Lorton?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Charlottesville to Lorton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Lorton bus from?

Charlottesville to Lorton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charlottesville Union Station.

Where do I catch the Charlottesville to Lorton train from?

Charlottesville to Lorton train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Charlottesville station.

Train or bus from Charlottesville to Lorton?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Lorton is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $18 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus and line 371 bus, which costs $24 - $45 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Charlottesville to Lorton bus arrive?

Charlottesville to Lorton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Springfield Bus Stop station.

Where does the Charlottesville to Lorton train arrive?

Charlottesville to Lorton train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Alexandria station.

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Lorton?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Lorton is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Charlottesville to Lorton.

Where can I stay near Lorton?

There are 701+ hotels available in Lorton.

Charlottesville to Lorton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 371 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Charlottesville to Lorton by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to AlexandriaNortheast Regional
3h 27m
$18–239
Bus, line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Springfield Bus StopGreyhound US0600
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro to Lorton Rd and Sanger St305 / ...
4h 38m
$25–41
Drive 97.7 mi
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Lorton97.7 mi
2h 3m
$18–26
Fly, line 494 bus, line 371 bus
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)CHO - IAD
2. Take the bus from Tysons Corner Metro to Franconia-Springfield Metro
3. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G to Lorton @ Silverbrook
3h 31m
$72–354

Charlottesville to Lorton by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 115.7 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Charlottesville, VA, USA and Lorton, VA, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Charlottesville to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $14–240 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Amtrak also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown Transit Station to Lorton Rd and Sanger St via West Main Street at 8th Street NW, Charlottesville Union Station, Springfield Bus Stop, and Franconia-Springfield Metro in around 4h 38m.

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