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

The cheapest way to get from Reston to Lorton is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reston to Lorton is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Reston and Lorton?

No, there is no direct bus from Reston to Lorton. However, there are services departing from North Shore and Washington and arriving at Lorton Rd and Sanger St via Tysons Westpark and Franconia-Springfield Metro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Reston and Lorton?

No, there is no direct train from Reston to Lorton. However, there are services departing from Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at 2 via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Reston to Lorton?

The distance between Reston and Lorton is 34 miles. The road distance is 25.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reston to Lorton without a car is to line 494 bus and line 371 bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $4 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Reston to Lorton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reston to Lorton bus from?

Reston to Lorton bus services, operated by Fairfax Connector, depart from Tysons Westpark station.

Where do I catch the Reston to Lorton train from?

Reston to Lorton train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform station.

Where does the Reston to Lorton bus arrive?

Reston to Lorton bus services, operated by Fairfax Connector, arrive at Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay E station.

Where does the Reston to Lorton train arrive?

Reston to Lorton train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station.

Can I drive from Reston to Lorton?

Yes, the driving distance between Reston to Lorton is 26 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Reston to Lorton.

Where can I stay near Lorton?

There are 676+ hotels available in Lorton.

Reston to Lorton - 5 ways to travel via line 494 bus, line 371 bus, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Reston to Lorton by bus, subway, car, or taxi

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

Line 494 bus, line 371 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tysons Corner Metro to Franconia-Springfield Metrobus 494 / ...
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G to Lorton @ Silverbrookbus 371
1h 55m
$4–13
Line 402 bus, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tysons Westpark to Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay Ebus 402
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro to Lorton Rd and Sanger Stbus 305 / ...
3h 9m
$3–14
Subway
1. Take the subway from Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway S
2. Take the subway from Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform to Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platformsubway B
2h 13m
$6–16
Drive 25.5 mi
1. Drive from Reston to Lortoncar 25.5 mi
31 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reston to Lortontaxi 25.5 mi
31 min
$60–75

Reston to Lorton by subway and bus

193Weekly Services

1h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a subway from Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform to Lorton @ Silverbrook via Tysons, Silver Line Center Platform, Tysons Corner Metro, Franconia-Springfield Metro, and Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform to 2 via Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform, Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platform, and 2 in around 2h 13m.

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