What is the cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Lorton?

The cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Lorton is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Lorton?

The fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Lorton is to drive which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Lorton?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington, DC station to Lorton. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Lorton @ Silverbrook via Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Washington, DC and Lorton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lead and arriving at 2. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Washington, DC to Lorton?

The distance between Washington, DC and Lorton is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

How do I travel from Washington, DC to Lorton without a car?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Lorton without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Washington, DC to Lorton?

The train from Lead to 2 takes 41 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Lorton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Lorton train from?

Washington, DC to Lorton train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, depart from Lead station.

Train or bus from Washington, DC to Lorton?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Lorton is to train which takes 41 min and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 371 bus, which costs $6 - $23 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Washington, DC to Lorton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Washington, DC to Lorton train arrive?

Washington, DC to Lorton train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, arrive at 2 station.

Can I drive from Washington, DC to Lorton?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington, DC to Lorton is 20 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Washington, DC to Lorton.

Where can I stay near Lorton?

There are 686+ hotels available in Lorton.

Washington, DC to Lorton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 371 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Washington, DC to Lorton by train, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, subway, 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
best
1. Take the train from Lead to 2train Fredericksburg Line
41 min
$5–8
Drive 19.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington, DC to Lortoncar 19.7 mi
22 min
$4–6
Bus, line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Springfield Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G to Lorton @ Silverbrookbus 371
1h 23m
$7–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington, DC to Lortontaxi 19.7 mi
22 min
$60–75
Subway, line 371 bus
1. Take the subway from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platformsubway B
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro to Lorton Rd and Sanger Stbus 305 / ...
1h 47m
$4–12

Washington, DC to Lorton by train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Lorton, VA, USA?

Virginia Railway Express operates a train from Lead to 2 every 4 hours. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Lorton @ Silverbrook via Springfield Bus Stop and Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G in around 1h 23m.

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