What is the cheapest way to get from McLean to Tidal Basin?

The cheapest way to get from McLean to Tidal Basin is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from McLean to Tidal Basin?

The fastest way to get from McLean to Tidal Basin is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between McLean and Tidal Basin?

No, there is no direct bus from McLean to Tidal Basin. However, there are services departing from Old Dominion Dr+Chain Bridge Rd and arriving at 17 St NW+I St NW via Ballston+Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from McLean to Tidal Basin?

The distance between McLean and Tidal Basin is 16 miles. The road distance is 10.5 miles.

How do I travel from McLean to Tidal Basin without a car?

The best way to get from McLean to Tidal Basin without a car is to bus and subway which takes 1h 6m and costs $4 - $9.

How long does it take to get from McLean to Tidal Basin?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from McLean to Tidal Basin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McLean to Tidal Basin bus from?

McLean to Tidal Basin bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Old Dominion Dr+Chain Bridge Rd station.

Where does the McLean to Tidal Basin bus arrive?

McLean to Tidal Basin bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Ballston+Bay H station.

Can I drive from McLean to Tidal Basin?

Yes, the driving distance between McLean to Tidal Basin is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from McLean to Tidal Basin.

Where can I stay near Tidal Basin?

There are 1689+ hotels available in Tidal Basin.

McLean to Tidal Basin - 4 ways to travel via bus, subway, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from McLean to Tidal Basin 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, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Old Dominion Dr+Beverly Rd to McLean+Bay Abus A70
2. Take the subway from McLean, Silver Line Center Platform to Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway S
1h 6m
$4–8
Drive 10.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from McLean to Tidal Basincar 10.4 mi
17 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Dominion Dr+Chain Bridge Rd to Ballston+Bay Hbus A70
2. Take the bus from Ballston+Bay A to 17 St NW+I St NWbus A58
1h 40m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from McLean to Tidal Basintaxi 10.4 mi
17 min
$30–40

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from McLean to Tidal Basin.

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Distance: 16.3 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between McLean, VA, USA and Tidal Basin, DC, USA?

You can take a bus from Old Dominion Dr+Chain Bridge Rd to Tidal Basin via Ballston+Bay H, Ballston+Bay A, and 17 St NW+I St NW in around 1h 40m.

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