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 4m.

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 4m 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.

How far is it from Charlottesville to Lorton?

The distance between Charlottesville and Lorton is 123 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 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m 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-us, depart from Charlottesville Union Station.

Train or bus from Charlottesville to Lorton?

The best way to get from Charlottesville to Lorton is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus and line 371 bus, which costs and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Charlottesville to Lorton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charlottesville to Lorton?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlottesville to Lorton is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Charlottesville to Lorton.

Where can I stay near Lorton?

There are 660+ 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, car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlottesville to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional / ...
3h 20m
Drive 97.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlottesville to Lortoncar 97.7 mi
2h 4m
$18–26
Bus, line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Charlottesville Union Station to Springfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0600
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro to Lorton Rd and Sanger Stbus 305 / ...
4h 38m
Fly, line 494 bus, line 371 bus
1. Fly from Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane CHO - IAD
2. Take the bus from Tysons Corner Metro to Franconia-Springfield Metrobus
3. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G to Lorton @ Silverbrookbus
3h 26m

Charlottesville (CHO) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) flights

26Weekly Planes

54 minAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Charlottesville to Alexandria 3 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown Transit Station to Lorton Rd and Sanger St via W Main St at 8th St NW, Charlottesville Union Station, Springfield Bus Stop, and Franconia-Springfield Metro in around 4h 38m.

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