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 to Lorton. However, there are services departing from Dupont Circle 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 four times a day, 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 four times a day.

Where do I catch the Washington to Lorton bus from?

Washington to Lorton bus services, operated by Best Bus, depart from Dupont Circle 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 $40 - $55 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Washington to Lorton bus arrive?

Washington to Lorton bus services, operated by Best Bus, arrive at Springfield 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 661+ hotels available in Lorton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 4 to 2train Fredericksburg 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 Platformsubway B
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro to Lorton Rd and Sanger Stbus 305 / ...
1h 32m
$3–8
Bus, line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Dupont Circle to Springfieldbus Penn Station <-> Springfield
2. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G to Lorton @ Silverbrookbus 371
1h 23m
$40–55
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington to Lortontaxi 18.4 mi
20 min
$55–70
Drive 18.4 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Lortoncar 18.4 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 4 times a day. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dupont Circle to Lorton @ Silverbrook via Springfield and Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G in around 1h 23m.

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