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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Sanford to Lorton per day. The average train journey from Sanford to Lorton takes 16 hours and 59 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 722 mi (1162 km) |
Fastest train | 16h 59m |
Lowest price | €146.85 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Auto Train |
Train lines | 1 |

What is the price of a train ticket from Sanford to Lorton?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Sanford to Lorton was €203.71. Train tickets on this route are typically priced higher due to the distance covered. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Lorton if you book your train tickets at least 29 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra €28.43.
Average train ticket prices from Sanford to Lorton by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Sanford to Lorton will range from €134 to €396. If you're planning to travel by train to Lorton in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Sanford you can find in the next 7 days is €198. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Sanford to Lorton?
Amtrak Auto Train is the one and only train line which connects Sanford to Lorton. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Auto Train | 1 | 16h 59m | €220.86 |
The Amtrak Auto Train is the only train of its kind in the United States. This unique non-stop service transports passengers and their automobiles along the East Coast. Auto Trains run daily from the Washington, D.C. area to the Orlando area, saving travelers over 900 miles of driving time. The trip is far more comfortable than a road trip, thanks to reclining seats, onboard restrooms, snacks for purchase, and free WiFi. Keep in mind that you are actually required to bring a vehicle (car, truck, or motorcycle) to ride the Auto Train, so check out other Amtrak train lines if you won’t be traveling with your car.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Sanford to Lorton
The distance between Sanford and Lorton is approximately 722 miles, or 1162 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 59 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Sanford to Lorton tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Sanford at 4:00pm and arrives in Lorton around 16 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Lorton with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lorton to Sanford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Sanford?
Main departure station: 600 S Persimmon Ave
There is one train station in Sanford.
All train stations in Sanford:
600 S Persimmon Ave
Where is the train station in Lorton?
Main arrival station: 8006 Lorton Rd
Lorton has one train station.
All train stations in Lorton:
8006 Lorton Rd
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