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 $20 - $25.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nebraska Av NW+American Univ and arriving at Kennedy St NW+14 St NW. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 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 32 min.

How far is it from American University to Silver Spring?

The distance between American University and Silver Spring is 4 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 bus which takes 24 min and costs $3.

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

The bus from Nebraska Av NW+American Univ to Kennedy St NW+14 St NW takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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 Nebraska Av NW+American Univ 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 Kennedy St NW+14 St NW 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 1622+ hotels available in Silver Spring.

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

There are 5 ways to get from American University to Silver Spring by bus, subway, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nebraska Av NW+American Univ to Kennedy St NW+14 St NWC81
24 min
$3
Drive 5.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from American University to Silver Spring5.8 mi
13 min
$2
Subway via Fort Dr NW+Albemarle St NW
1. Take the subway from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform to Silver Spring, Red Line Center PlatformRd
44 min
$4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from American University to Silver Spring5.8 mi
13 min
$20–25
Subway
1. Take the subway from Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform to Silver Spring, Red Line Center PlatformRd
51 min
$2–6

American University to Silver Spring by foot and bus

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

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Distance: 4.5 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Nebraska Av NW+American Univ to Kennedy St NW+14 St NW every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, 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 32 min.

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