How to get from American University to Lorton by bus and metro?

American University to Lorton - Bus Schedule

The D96 bus from American University to Lorton runs from 5:46 AM to 11:17 PM, with departures every 20-30 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 1 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From American University to Lorton by bus and metro

To get from American University to Lorton in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one metro line: take the D96 bus from Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW station to 19 St Nw+I St NW station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE metro and finally take the 371 bus from Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G station to Lorton Vre Bay A station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $3.25. The bus and metro schedule from American University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Lorton on the Moovit app.

121min$3.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - D96D96
Metro - BLUE
Bus - 371371
Leaves from Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW
    ID 1002411
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - D96D96
    Wait for bus
    D96
    South To Potomac Park
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    19 St Nw+I St NW
    ID 1001171
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Farragut West
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Metro - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for metro
    BLUE
    Franconia-Springfield
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Franconia-Springfield Metro
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Franconia-Springfield Metro Bay G
    ID 1185
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 371371
    Wait for bus
    371
    371 Lorton
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Lorton Vre Bay A
    Ride to bus station
    Lorton Vre Bay A
    ID 1189
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from American University to Lorton

The distance between American University, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Lorton, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD is approximately 30.08 mi, which can typically be traveled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from American University to Lorton by bus and metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Metro schedule from American University to Lorton

To check the bus and metro schedule from American University to Lorton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (American University) and destination (Lorton), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and metro routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and metro, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and metro schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from American University to Lorton?

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Bus line D96, Metro line BLUE, Bus line 371.

  • Is there a direct bus between American University and Lorton?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one metro line in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 1 min.

  • Which bus line goes from American University to Lorton?

    The D96 bus line goes from Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW station near American University in Washington to 19 St Nw+I St NW station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line till 19 St Nw+I St NW station near Lorton in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How long does it take to travel from American University to Lorton by bus and metro?

    The total travel time between American University in Washington and Lorton in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD by bus and metro is about 2 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near American University to get to Lorton?

    Get on the D96 bus from the Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW stop near American University in Washington.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between American University and Lorton?

    Get off the bus at the 19 St Nw+I St NW stop, which is closest to Lorton in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How much is the total bus and metro fare from American University to Lorton?

    The ride from American University to Lorton costs $3.25.

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