How to get from Amherst to Leesburg
The fastest way to travel from Amherst to Leesburg takes approximately 376 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and subway. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
376 min
378.3 km
3 transfers
Virginia Breeze
R
S
351
Departs from:
171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Walking:
23 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
2
Take
Virginia Breeze
Bus
Direction: Washington Dc
From 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
to DC Union Station
(5 stops, 245 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform
(2 stops, 5 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
6
Take
S
Subway
Direction: Ashburn
From Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
to Ashburn, Silver Line Center Platform
(19 stops, 59 min)
7
Walk 8 min (0.5 km)
to Ashburn Metro Station - South Bus Bay
8
Take
351
Bus
Direction: Government Center/Ashburn Metro/Leesburg I P&R
From Ashburn Metro Station - South Bus Bay
to Loudoun County Government Center
(1 stops, 31 min)
9
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Leesburg
Public transport stations close to Amherst
Amherst is located in Amherst and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Amherst:
- 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Alternative Route
411 min
376.4 km
4 transfers
Virginia Breeze
R
S
322
70
Departs from:
171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Walking:
19 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
2
Take
Virginia Breeze
Bus
Direction: Washington Dc
From 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
to DC Union Station
(5 stops, 245 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform
(2 stops, 5 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
6
Take
S
Subway
Direction: Ashburn
From Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
to Innovation Center, Silver Line Center Platform
(16 stops, 46 min)
7
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Innovation Center Metro Station - North Bus Bay
8
Take
322
Bus
Direction: Dulles Town Center/Innovation Center Metro
From Innovation Center Metro Station - North Bus Bay
to Dulles Town Center Mall
(15 stops, 21 min)
9
Take
70
Bus
Direction: Rt 70 West
From Dulles Town Center Mall
to Loudoun County Government Center
(21 stops, 41 min)
10
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Leesburg
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Amherst to Leesburg.
How do I travel from Amherst to Leesburg in Amherst?
The quickest journey from Amherst to Leesburg takes approximately 376 minutes via the Virginia Breeze bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Leesburg from Amherst?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 411 minutes using the Virginia Breeze bus line.
Can I get directly from Amherst to Leesburg without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 376 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Amherst and Leesburg?
The Virginia Breeze line provides bus service between 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst and Loudoun County Government Center in Amherst.
What is the journey time from Amherst to Leesburg by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Amherst to Leesburg in Amherst takes approximately 376 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Amherst to Leesburg?
Board the Virginia Breeze bus at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst station, located near Amherst in Amherst.
Which station is closest to Leesburg?
The nearest stop to Leesburg is Loudoun County Government Center station. Exit here to reach your destination in Amherst.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.