What is the cheapest way to get from Baltimore to Washington?

The cheapest way to get from Baltimore to Washington is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Baltimore to Washington?

The fastest way to get from Baltimore to Washington is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Baltimore and Washington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Baltimore and arriving at Union Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Baltimore and Washington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Baltimore Penn Station station and arriving at Washington Union Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Baltimore to Washington?

The distance between Baltimore and Washington is 36 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

How do I travel from Baltimore to Washington without a car?

The best way to get from Baltimore to Washington without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $5 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Baltimore to Washington?

The bus from Baltimore to Union Station takes 1h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Baltimore to Washington bus from?

Baltimore to Washington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Baltimore station.

Where do I catch the Baltimore to Washington train from?

Baltimore to Washington train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Baltimore Penn Station.

Train or bus from Baltimore to Washington?

The best way to get from Baltimore to Washington is to bus which takes 1h and costs $5 - $27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2 - $600 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Baltimore to Washington bus arrive?

Baltimore to Washington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Union Station.

Where does the Baltimore to Washington train arrive?

Baltimore to Washington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Baltimore to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between Baltimore to Washington is 39 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Baltimore to Washington.

How do I get a train ticket from Baltimore to Washington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Baltimore to Washington?

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Where can I stay near Washington?

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There are 4 ways to get from Baltimore to Washington by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Baltimore to Union Stationbus New York
1h
$5–27
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Baltimore Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Commuter Rail / ...
1h 2m
$2–600
Drive 38.5 mi
1. Drive from Baltimore to Washingtoncar 38.5 mi
52 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Baltimore to Washingtontaxi 38.5 mi
52 min
$110–140

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Distance: 35.8 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Baltimore, MD, USA and Washington, DC, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Baltimore to Union Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $7–19 and the journey takes 1h. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Baltimore Penn Station to Washington Union Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $12–26 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Two other operators also service this route.

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