What is the cheapest way to get from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin?

The fastest way to get from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Silver Spring and Tidal Basin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Takoma+Bay C and arriving at Independence Av SW+14 St SW. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Silver Spring and Tidal Basin?

No, there is no direct train from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin. However, there are services departing from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin?

The distance between Silver Spring and Tidal Basin is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin without a car is to subway which takes 23 min and costs $11 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin?

It takes approximately 23 min to get from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silver Spring to Tidal Basin bus from?

Silver Spring to Tidal Basin bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Takoma+Bay C station.

Where does the Silver Spring to Tidal Basin bus arrive?

Silver Spring to Tidal Basin bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Independence Av SW+14 St SW station.

Can I drive from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin?

Yes, the driving distance between Silver Spring to Tidal Basin is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin.

Where can I stay near Tidal Basin?

There are 1627+ hotels available in Tidal Basin.

Silver Spring to Tidal Basin - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

Q: Where do I catch the Silver Spring to Tidal Basin train from?

Silver Spring to Tidal Basin train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Silver Spring to Tidal Basin by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platformsubway R
23 min
$11–14
Drive 8.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silver Spring to Tidal Basincar 8.2 mi
17 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Takoma+Bay C to Independence Av SW+14 St SWbus D50
59 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silver Spring to Tidal Basintaxi 8.2 mi
17 min
$26–32
Bus via Georgia Av+Silver Spring Av
1. Take the bus from Georgia Av+Silver Spring Av to 9 St NW+Constitution Av NWbus D40
1h 28m
$3

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Silver Spring, MD, USA and Tidal Basin, DC, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Takoma+Bay C to Independence Av SW+14 St SW hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 38 min.

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