What is the cheapest way to get from Lorton to Takoma Park?

The cheapest way to get from Lorton to Takoma Park is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lorton to Takoma Park?

The fastest way to get from Lorton to Takoma Park is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Lorton and Takoma Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Lorton to Takoma Park station. However, there are services departing from Lorton Rd and Sanger St and arriving at Washington Union Station via Springfield Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Lorton and Takoma Park?

No, there is no direct train from Lorton to Takoma Park. However, there are services departing from 2 and arriving at Takoma, Red Line Center Platform via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Lorton to Takoma Park?

The distance between Lorton and Takoma Park is 27 miles. The road distance is 25.3 miles.

How do I travel from Lorton to Takoma Park without a car?

The best way to get from Lorton to Takoma Park without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $7 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Lorton to Takoma Park?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Lorton to Takoma Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lorton to Takoma Park bus from?

Lorton to Takoma Park bus services, operated by Fairfax Connector, depart from Lorton Rd and Sanger St station.

Where do I catch the Lorton to Takoma Park train from?

Lorton to Takoma Park train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, depart from 2 station.

Train or bus from Lorton to Takoma Park?

The best way to get from Lorton to Takoma Park is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $7 - $11. Alternatively, you can line 371 bus and bus, which costs $5 - $12 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Lorton to Takoma Park bus arrive?

Lorton to Takoma Park bus services, operated by Fairfax Connector, arrive at Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G station.

Where does the Lorton to Takoma Park train arrive?

Lorton to Takoma Park train services, operated by Virginia Railway Express, arrive at Lead station.

Can I drive from Lorton to Takoma Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Lorton to Takoma Park is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Lorton to Takoma Park.

Where can I stay near Takoma Park?

There are 1622+ hotels available in Takoma Park.

Lorton to Takoma Park - 5 ways to travel via train, line 371 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lorton to Takoma Park by train, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, bus, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 2 to Leadtrain Fredericksburg Line
1h 8m
$8–11
Line 371 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lorton Rd and Sanger St to Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay Gbus 371
2. Take the bus from Springfield Bus Stop to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0600
2h 11m
$5–12
Drive 25.2 mi
1. Drive from Lorton to Takoma Parkcar 25.2 mi
35 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lorton to Takoma Parktaxi 25.2 mi
35 min
$70–90
Line 371 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Lorton Rd and Sanger St to Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay Gbus 371
2. Take the subway from Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platform to Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway B
3. Take the subway from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Takoma, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
1h 34m
$5–10

Lorton to Takoma Park by train, foot, and subway

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Lorton, VA, USA and Takoma Park, MD, USA?

Virginia Railway Express operates a train from 2 to Lead 4 times a day. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lorton Rd and Sanger St to Takoma, Red Line Center Platform via Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G, Springfield Bus Stop, Washington Union Station, and Union Station, Red Line Center Platform in around 2h 11m.

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