Dale City to Lorton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dale City from Lorton?

The distance from Dale City to Lorton is 6.5 miles (10.4 km) as the crow flies. Lorton is located NE of Dale City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 8.4 miles, taking about 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dale City and Lorton. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.