How to get from Germantown to Lorton, VA by train?

From Germantown to Lorton, VA by train

To get from Germantown to Lorton, VA in Fairfax County, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MARC train from Germantown station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PALMETTO train and finally take the FREDERICKSBURG LINE train from Alexandria station to Lorton Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The train schedule from Germantown may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Lorton, VA on the Moovit app.

363min$8.00
Train - MARCMARC
Train - PALMETTOPALMETTO
Train - FREDERICKSBURG LINEFREDERICKSBURG LINE
Walk to Lorton, VA
Leaves from Germantown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Germantown
  • 2
    Train - MARCMARC
    Wait for train
    MARC
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - PALMETTOPALMETTO
    Wait for train
    PALMETTO
    Savannah
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Alexandria
    15 min
  • 6
    Train - FREDERICKSBURG LINEFREDERICKSBURG LINE
    Wait for train
    FREDERICKSBURG LINE
    301 Spotsylvania
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lorton Station
    18 min
  • 8
    Walk to Lorton, VA
    Walk to
    Lorton, VA
    1.56 mi • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Germantown to Lorton, VA by train via MARC, CAROLINIAN and FREDERICKSBURG LINE

To get from Germantown to Lorton, VA in Fairfax County, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MARC train from Germantown station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CAROLINIAN train and finally take the FREDERICKSBURG LINE train from Alexandria station to Lorton Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The train schedule from Germantown may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Lorton, VA on the Moovit app.

363min$8.00
Train - MARCMARC
Train - CAROLINIANCAROLINIAN
Train - FREDERICKSBURG LINEFREDERICKSBURG LINE
Walk to Lorton, VA
Leaves from Germantown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Germantown
  • 2
    Train - MARCMARC
    Wait for train
    MARC
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - CAROLINIANCAROLINIAN
    Wait for train
    CAROLINIAN
    Charlotte
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Alexandria
    15 min
  • 6
    Train - FREDERICKSBURG LINEFREDERICKSBURG LINE
    Wait for train
    FREDERICKSBURG LINE
    301 Spotsylvania
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lorton Station
    18 min
  • 8
    Walk to Lorton, VA
    Walk to
    Lorton, VA
    1.56 mi • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Germantown to Lorton, VA

The distance between Germantown, Fairfax County and Lorton, VA, Fairfax County is approximately 47.36 mi, which can typically be travelled in 363 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Germantown to Lorton, VA by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fairfax County – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Germantown to Lorton, VA

To check the train schedule from Germantown to Lorton, VA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Germantown) and destination (Lorton, VA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, 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 train schedules.

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Alternative route from Germantown to Lorton, VA by train via MARC, CAROLINIAN and FREDERICKSBURG LINE

To get from Germantown to Lorton, VA in Fairfax County, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MARC train from Germantown station to Union Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CAROLINIAN train and finally take the FREDERICKSBURG LINE train from Alexandria station to Lorton Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The train schedule from Germantown may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Lorton, VA on the Moovit app.

363min$8.00
Train - MARCMARC
Train - CAROLINIANCAROLINIAN
Train - FREDERICKSBURG LINEFREDERICKSBURG LINE
Walk to Lorton, VA
Leaves from Germantown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Germantown
  • 2
    Train - MARCMARC
    Wait for train
    MARC
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - CAROLINIANCAROLINIAN
    Wait for train
    CAROLINIAN
    Charlotte
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Alexandria
    15 min
  • 6
    Train - FREDERICKSBURG LINEFREDERICKSBURG LINE
    Wait for train
    FREDERICKSBURG LINE
    301 Spotsylvania
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lorton Station
    18 min
  • 8
    Walk to Lorton, VA
    Walk to
    Lorton, VA
    1.56 mi • 32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Germantown to Lorton, VA?

    The fastest way takes 363 minutes, using Train line MARC, Train line PALMETTO, Train line FREDERICKSBURG LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Germantown to Lorton, VA?

    The alternative route takes 363 minutes, using Train line MARC, Train line CAROLINIAN, Train line FREDERICKSBURG LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Germantown and Lorton, VA?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 3 min.

  • Which train line goes from Germantown to Lorton, VA?

    The MARC train line goes from Union Station station near Germantown in Montgomery County to Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Union Station station near Lorton, VA in Fairfax County.

  • How long does it take to travel from Germantown to Lorton, VA by train?

    The total travel time between Germantown in Montgomery County and Lorton, VA in Fairfax County by train is about 6 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Germantown to get to Lorton, VA?

    Get on the MARC train from the Union Station station near Germantown in Montgomery County.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Germantown and Lorton, VA?

    Get off the train at the Union Station station, which is closest to Lorton, VA in Fairfax County.

  • How much is the train fare from Germantown to Lorton, VA?

    The ride from Germantown to Lorton, VA costs $8.00.

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