Stafford County offers more commuting options than many buyers realize, and this is a primary reason the area continues to attract professionals from defense and federal government sectors along with businesses in Northern Virginia.

Virginia Railway Express (VRE)

The VRE provides a reliable train option for commuters. Stafford County has two stops: Brook Road and Leeland Station. Parking is free at both stations. Commuters can park, board the train, relax, and arrive in Washington, DC, ready to start the day.

I-95 Express Lanes

The express lanes have been extended approximately 10 miles to include the northern part of Fredericksburg, which is still within Stafford County.

Key features include:

• Travel is free for vehicles with three or more people when switched into HOV mode

• Solo drivers or vehicles with two people pay a toll

• Lanes are reversible, flowing north toward DC during morning rush hour and south during evening rush hour

Slugging and Vanpools

Every day, hundreds of people line up at park and ride lots throughout Stafford County to find their way to Northern Virginia, the Pentagon, or Washington, DC.

• Drivers with three or more passengers can use HOV lanes for free

• Stops are predetermined and organized

• Vanpool routes originate in Stafford through GRide Connect, with over 172 routes available
  

While slugging may sound unfamiliar, it is a well-established and widely used form of commuting in the region. Each commuter follows the driver's guidelines, and the system operates efficiently for all participants.

OmniRide Bus Service

OmniRide provides bus service to the Pentagon and Washington, DC, offering another flexible option for Stafford residents.

The variety of commuting options means Stafford residents have flexibility. Whether traveling by train, carpool, vanpool, or bus, getting to work is manageable from this growing community.

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