There are 5 ways to get from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) by bus, train, taxi, car or towncar
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Bus, train • 52 min
4 alternative options
Taxi • 29 min
Drive • 29 min
Towncar • 29 min
Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) by bus and train
The journey time between Bowie and Baltimore Airport (BWI) is around 52 min and covers a distance of around 31 miles. This includes an average layover time of around 24 min. Operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, Amtrak Northeast Regional, Maryland Transit and others, the Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) service departs from Bowie Park + Ride Lot + Bay B and arrives in Upper Level Terminal - Concourse A. Typically 115 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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The cost-effective way to get from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) is to drive, which costs $4 - $7 and takes 29 min.
The quickest way to get from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) is to taxi which costs $75 - $95 and takes 29 min.
The distance between Bowie and Baltimore Airport (BWI) is 17 miles. The road distance is 23.2 miles.
The best way to get from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) without a car is to bus and train which takes 52 min and costs $3 - $80.
It takes approximately 52 min to get from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI), including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) is 23 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI).
There are 180+ hotels available in Baltimore Airport (BWI). Prices start at $100 USD per night.
- Distance: 16.8 miles
- Duration: 52 min
What companies run services between Bowie, MD, USA and Baltimore Airport (BWI), USA?
There is no direct connection from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI). However, you can take the bus to New Carrollton Station + Bus Bay B, take the walk to New Carrollton Amtrak Station, take the train to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station, take the walk to BWI Amtrak/MARC Station, then take the bus to Upper Level Terminal - Concourse A. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bowie to Baltimore Airport (BWI) via New Carrollton Station + Bus Bay G, New Carrollton Amtrak Station, Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station, and BWI Amtrak/MARC Station in around 1h 31m.
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 New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
- Ave. Duration
- 14 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $12 - $70
- Schedules at
- amtrak.com
- Book at
- amtrak.com
- Child 2-12 with paid adult
- $12 - $35
- Reserved Coach Seat
- $24 - $70
- Business Class Seat
- $35 - $95
- Phone
- 1-866-743-3682
- Website
- mta.maryland.gov
Train from NEW CARROLLTON MARC nb to BWI RAIL STATION MARC nb
- Ave. Duration
- 25 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $2 - $7
- More information at
- Maryland Transit
- Senior / Disability
- $2 - $4
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 New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
- Ave. Duration
- 14 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $22 - $35
- Website
- Amtrak
- Coach Seat
- $22 - $35
- Premium
- $170 - $250
- Flexi Coach Seat
- $29 - $45
- Business Seat
- $26 - $40
- Phone
- 202-637-7000
- Website
- wmata.com
Bus from Bowie Park + Ride Lot + Bay B to New Carrollton Station + Bus Bay B
- Ave. Duration
- 12 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $2
- Website
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Senior / Disabled
- $1
- Standard Fare
- $2
Bus from Northview Dr + Collington Rd to New Carrollton Station + Bus Bay G
- Ave. Duration
- 43 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- $1 - $2
- Website
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Senior / Disabled
- $1
- Standard Fare
- $2
- Website
- bwiairport.com
Bus from BWI Amtrak/MARC Station to Upper Level Terminal - Concourses D & E
- Ave. Duration
- 9 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- $0
- Website
- BWI Airport Shuttle
Jayride is an online booking service for pick up or drop off at airports, using a pre-pay, fixed-price model. You’ll be provided with a choice of transfer companies, from luxury limos to maxi taxis, private cars to shuttle buses, depending on your journey, along with passenger reviews and star ratings. On booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the contact details of your transfer company and meeting instructions for your trip.
Contact Details
Towncar from Bowie to Baltimore Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 29 min
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- $70 - $110
- Private
- $70 - $110
- Ave. Duration
- 29 min
- Estimated price
- $75 - $95
Yellow Cab DC
- Phone
- +1 202-544-1212
- Website
- dcyellowcab.com
Red Cab DC
- Phone
- +1 202-285-1632
- Website
- redcabdc.com
Mats DC
- Phone
- +1 202-480-6807
- Website
- dcmats.com
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- Website
- dfhv.dc.gov
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