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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Lorton is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Lorton is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Lorton?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington 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 and Lorton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 4 and arriving at 2. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Washington to Lorton?

The distance between Washington and Lorton is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Lorton without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs $5 - $8.

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

The train from 4 to 2 takes 33 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Washington to Lorton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Washington to Lorton train from?

Washington to Lorton train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, depart from 4 station.

Train or bus from Washington to Lorton?

The best way to get from Washington to Lorton is to train which takes 33 min and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus and line 371 bus, which costs $9 - $23 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Washington to Lorton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Washington to Lorton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington to Lorton?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Lorton is 19 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Washington to Lorton.

Where can I stay near Lorton?

There are 701+ hotels available in Lorton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Washington to Lorton by train, bus (Greyhound), taxi, car, 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 4 to 2Fredericksburg Line
33 min
$5–8
Subway, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center PlatformB
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro to Lorton Rd and Sanger St305 / ...
1h 32m
$3–11
Bus, line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Springfield Bus StopGreyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G to Lorton @ Silverbrook371
1h 23m
$9–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington to Lorton18.4 mi
20 min
$55–70
Drive 18.4 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Lorton18.4 mi
20 min
$4–5

Washington to Lorton by train

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33 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Virginia Railway Express operates a train from 4 to 2 every 4 hours. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 33 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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