Have to see a specialist for VBAC

Has anyone else been told you would have to see a specialist to be considered for a VBAC? I am new to this VBAC thing but I had my Hope's set on having one and now I am discouraged. I am perfectly fine going to a specialist I understand the reasoning behind it. My concern is that the specialist is two hours from where I live. This is also where I would have to deliver. Anyone have any opinions on this?