What is the cheapest way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton?

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

What is the fastest way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton?

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

Is there a direct train between L'Enfant Plaza 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 L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton?

The distance between L'Enfant Plaza and Lorton is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.5 miles.

How do I travel from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton without a car?

The best way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton?

The train from 4 to 2 takes 33 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton train from?

L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, depart from 4 station.

Where does the L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton train arrive?

L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, arrive at 2 station.

Can I drive from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton?

Yes, the driving distance between L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton is 19 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton.

Where can I stay near Lorton?

There are 663+ hotels available in Lorton.

L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 371 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 4 to 2train Fredericksburg Line
39 min
$5–8
Subway, line 371 bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from L'Enfant Plaza, 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 43m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from L'Enfant Plaza to Lortontaxi 18.4 mi
20 min
$55–70
Drive 18.4 mi
1. Drive from L'Enfant Plaza to Lortoncar 18.4 mi
20 min
$4–5

L'Enfant Plaza to Lorton by foot and train

25Weekly Services

39 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between L'Enfant Plaza, 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.

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