What is the cheapest way to get from American University to Silver Spring?

The cheapest way to get from American University to Silver Spring is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from American University to Silver Spring?

The fastest way to get from American University to Silver Spring is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $19 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between American University and Silver Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from American University to Silver Spring station. However, there are services departing from Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW and arriving at Silver Spring Station & Bay 106 via Friendship Heights Station & Bay F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between American University and Silver Spring?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from American University to Silver Spring?

The distance between American University and Silver Spring is 15 miles. The road distance is 5.8 miles.

How do I travel from American University to Silver Spring without a car?

The best way to get from American University to Silver Spring without a car is to subway via Fort Dr NW+Albemarle St NW which takes 42 min and costs $4 - $9.

How long does it take to get from American University to Silver Spring?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from American University to Silver Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the American University to Silver Spring bus from?

American University to Silver Spring bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW station.

Where do I catch the American University to Silver Spring train from?

American University to Silver Spring train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform station.

Where does the American University to Silver Spring bus arrive?

American University to Silver Spring bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Friendship Heights+Bay K station.

Where does the American University to Silver Spring train arrive?

American University to Silver Spring train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform station.

Can I drive from American University to Silver Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between American University to Silver Spring is 6 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from American University to Silver Spring.

Where can I stay near Silver Spring?

There are 1618+ hotels available in Silver Spring.

American University to Silver Spring - 5 ways to travel via subway, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from American University to Silver Spring by subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway via Fort Dr NW+Albemarle St NW
best
1. Take the subway from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform to Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
42 min
$4–8
Drive 5.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from American University to Silver Springcar 5.8 mi
13 min
$2
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW to Friendship Heights+Bay Kbus D96
2. Take the bus from Friendship Heights Station & Bay F to Silver Spring Station & Bay 106bus 1 / ...
50 min
$4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from American University to Silver Springtaxi 5.8 mi
13 min
$19–23
Subway
1. Take the subway from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform to Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
50 min
$2–6

American University to Silver Spring by foot, bus, and subway

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42 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from American University to Silver Spring.

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Distance: 14.6 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between American University, DC, USA and Silver Spring, MD, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform to Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–6 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from American University to Silver Spring Station & Bay 106 via Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW, Friendship Heights+Bay K, and Friendship Heights Station & Bay F in around 50 min.

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