There are 6 ways to get from American University to University of Pittsburgh by bus, train, car, plane or subway
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Train
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Take the train from Rockville Amtrak to Pittsburgh Amtrak Station
Drive
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Drive from American University to University of Pittsburgh
Bus to Reagan Washington, fly
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Take the bus from Massachusetts Ave + Westover Pl to 17Th St + I St Nw
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Fly from Reagan Washington (DCA) to Pittsburgh (PIT)
Bus to Washington Dulles, fly
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Take the bus from Massachusetts Ave + Westover Pl to 17Th St + I St Nw
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Fly from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Pittsburgh (PIT)
Subway, train to Baltimore, fly
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Take the subway from Tenleytown-Au, Red Line Center Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
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Take the train from Washington Union Station to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
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Fly from Baltimore (BWI) to Pittsburgh (PIT)
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from American University to University of Pittsburgh is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 4h 9m.
The fastest way to get from American University to University of Pittsburgh is to drive. Taking this option will cost $23 - $35 and takes 4h 9m.
No, there is no direct bus from American University to University of Pittsburgh. However, there are services departing from Nebraska Ave + Ward Circle and arriving at Fifth Ave + Tennyson Ave via K Street and 17th Street NW, Washington and Fifth Ave + Ross St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.
The distance between American University and University of Pittsburgh is 186 miles. The road distance is 236.8 miles.
The best way to get from American University to University of Pittsburgh without a car is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $35 - $60.
It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from American University to University of Pittsburgh, including transfers.
American University to University of Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington station.
The best way to get from American University to University of Pittsburgh is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 9h 29m.
The quickest flight from Reagan Washington Airport to Pittsburgh Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 7m.
American University to University of Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh station.

- Distance: 185.6 miles
- Duration: 8h 55m
What companies run services between American University, DC, USA and University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA?
Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington to Pittsburgh once daily. Tickets cost $30 - $50 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Rockville Amtrak to Pittsburgh Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40 - $60 and the journey takes 7h 19m.

- Website
- southwest.com
Flights from Baltimore to Pittsburgh
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $90 - $320

- Website
- united.com
Flights from Washington Dulles to Pittsburgh
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $85 - $250

- Website
- aa.com
Flights from Reagan Washington to Pittsburgh
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 13m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $95 - $310

- Website
- boutiqueair.com
Flights from Baltimore to Pittsburgh via Altoona
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- $45 - $170

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Rockville Amtrak to Pittsburgh Amtrak Station
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 19m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $40 - $60
- Website
- Amtrak
- Coach Seat
- $40 - $60
- Premium
- $210 - $300
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $75 - $110
- Business Seat
- $75 - $110
Train from Washington Union Station to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
- Ave. Duration
- 25 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- $22 - $35
- Website
- Amtrak
- Coach Seat
- $22 - $35
- Premium
- $180 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $30 - $50
- Business Seat
- $28 - $40

- Phone
- 202-637-7000
- Website
- wmata.com
Subway from Tenleytown-Au, Red Line Center Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- $1 - $3
- Website
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Senior / Disabled
- $1 - $2
- Standard Fare
- $2 - $3

Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-523-6590
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Washington Union Station to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
- Ave. Duration
- 26 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $12 - $70
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Child 2-12 with paid adult
- $12 - $40
- Reserved Coach Seat
- $24 - $70
- Business Class Seat
- $35 - $95

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- amtrak.com
Train from Washington Union Station to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- $15 - $80
- Website
- Amtrak Acela
- Business Seat - Child 2-12
- $15 - $40
- Business Seat - Seniors and Active Military
- $26 - $75
- Business Seat - Adult
- $29 - $80
- First Class - Child 2-12
- $50 - $85
- First Class - Senior Citizens and Active Military
- $95 - $150
- First Class - Adult
- $100 - $160

Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100/1-800-231-2222
- ifsr@greyhound.com
- Website
- greyhound.com
Bus from Washington to Pittsburgh
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $30 - $50
- Website
- greyhound.com
- Economy
- $30 - $50
- Flexible
- $55 - $85

- Phone
- 202-637-7000
- Website
- wmata.com
Bus from Massachusetts Ave + Westover Pl to 17Th St + I St Nw
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $2
- Website
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Senior / Disabled
- $1
- Standard Fare
- $2
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Yes, the driving distance between American University to University of Pittsburgh is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from American University to University of Pittsburgh.
American Airlines offers flights from Reagan Washington Airport to Pittsburgh Airport.
There are 146+ hotels available in University of Pittsburgh. Prices start at $100 USD per night.