What is the cheapest way to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton?

The cheapest way to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton?

The fastest way to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Virginia Commonwealth University and Lorton?

No, there is no direct bus from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton. However, there are services departing from Broad + Shafer and arriving at Lorton @ Silverbrook via Richmond and Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Virginia Commonwealth University and Lorton?

No, there is no direct train from Virginia Commonwealth University station to Lorton. However, there are services departing from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station and arriving at Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platform via King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton?

The distance between Virginia Commonwealth University and Lorton is 114 miles. The road distance is 88.7 miles.

Where do I catch the Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton bus from?

Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Richmond station.

Where do I catch the Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton train from?

Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton?

The best way to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton is to bus which takes 4h 46m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $85 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton bus arrive?

Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Springfield station.

Where does the Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton train arrive?

Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Alexandria station.

Can I drive from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton?

Yes, the driving distance between Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton.

Where can I stay near Lorton?

There are 661+ hotels available in Lorton.

Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Springfieldbus Acb 1221
4h 46m
$31–54
Drive 88.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Virginia Commonwealth University to Lortoncar 88.2 mi
1h 34m
$17–24
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Alexandriatrain Northeast Regional
5h 5m
$38–83
Bus, subway, line 371 bus
1. Take the bus from Broad + Shafer to Main + 15Thbus 14 / ...
2. Take the bus from Richmond to Washington Union Stationbus
3. Take the subway from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Franconia-Springfield, Blue Line Center Platformsubway B
4. Take the bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro to Lorton Rd and Sanger Stbus 305 / ...
4h 57m
$23–59

Virginia Commonwealth University to Lorton by foot and bus

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Distance: 113.2 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Virginia Commonwealth University, VA, USA and Lorton, VA, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Richmond to Springfield twice daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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