Rome2Rio

How to get fromAmerican University to Lortonby subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

Find Transport to Lorton

See all options

There are 4 ways to get from American University to Lorton by subway, train, bus, 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.

  1. Subway, train

    best
    1. Take the subway from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform to Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platformsubway subway R
    2. Take the subway from Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform to King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platformsubway subway Y
    3. Take the train from 3 to 2train train
    2h 16m
    $9–13

  2. Drive  20.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from American University to Lortoncar car 20.9 mi
    28 min
    $4–6

  3. Bus, subway, line 371 bus

    1. Take the bus from Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW to 19 St NW+H St NWbus bus D96
    2. Take the subway from Foggy Bottom-GWU, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platformsubway subway B
    3. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay L to Lorton Rd @ Sanger Stbus bus 305 / ...
    2h 18m
    $6–10

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from American University to Lortontaxi taxi 20.9 mi
    28 min
    $60–75

American University to Lorton by foot, subway, and train

Calendar40Weekly Services
Duration2h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket$9Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from American University to Lorton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 27 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

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

There is no direct connection from American University to Lorton. However, you can walk to Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform, take the subway to Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platform, walk to Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform, take the subway to King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform, walk to 3, then take the train to 2. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from American University to Lorton Rd @ Sanger St via Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW, 19 St NW+H St NW, Foggy Bottom-GWU, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform, Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platform, and Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay L in around 2h 18m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including The London Underground: Essential tips to navigate the Tube, How to get from Heathrow Airport into central London, and Getting around the Cyclades - to help you get the most out of your next trip.