What is the cheapest way to get from Ballston to Washington, DC?

The cheapest way to get from Ballston to Washington, DC is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballston to Washington, DC?

The fastest way to get from Ballston to Washington, DC is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $23 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Ballston and Washington, DC?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballston to Washington, DC station. However, there are services departing from Ballston+Bay A and arriving at H St NE+Union Station Garage via 17 St NW+I St NW. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ballston and Washington, DC?

No, there is no direct train from Ballston to Washington, DC station. However, there are services departing from Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and arriving at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform via Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Ballston to Washington, DC?

The distance between Ballston and Washington, DC is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ballston to Washington, DC without a car?

The best way to get from Ballston to Washington, DC without a car is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $4 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Ballston to Washington, DC?

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Ballston to Washington, DC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballston to Washington, DC bus from?

Ballston to Washington, DC bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Ballston+Bay A station.

Where do I catch the Ballston to Washington, DC train from?

Ballston to Washington, DC train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station.

Where does the Ballston to Washington, DC bus arrive?

Ballston to Washington, DC bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at 17 St NW+I St NW station.

Where does the Ballston to Washington, DC train arrive?

Ballston to Washington, DC train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station.

Can I drive from Ballston to Washington, DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballston to Washington, DC is 7 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Ballston to Washington, DC.

Where can I stay near Washington, DC?

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Ballston to Washington, DC - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballston to Washington, DC 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
best
1. Take the subway from Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway O / ...
2. Take the subway from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
21 min
$4–8
Drive 6.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballston to Washington, DCcar 6.7 mi
11 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballston+Bay A to K St NW+17 St NWbus A58
49 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballston to Washington, DCtaxi 6.7 mi
11 min
$23–28
Bus via H St NE+Union Station Garage
1. Take the bus from Ballston+Bay A to 17 St NW+I St NWbus A58
2. Take the bus from 17 St NW+I St NW to H St NE+Union Station Garagebus D20
1h 6m
$2

Ballston to Washington, DC by subway

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Distance: 6.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Ballston, VA, USA and Washington, DC, USA?

You can take a subway from Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform via Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform in around 21 min. Alternatively, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Ballston+Bay A to K St NW+17 St NW every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 40 min.

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