What is the cheapest way to get from Silver Spring to Washington DC?

The cheapest way to get from Silver Spring to Washington DC is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Silver Spring to Washington DC?

The fastest way to get from Silver Spring to Washington DC is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Silver Spring and Washington DC?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Takoma+Bay C and arriving at 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Silver Spring and Washington DC?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Silver Spring to Washington DC?

The distance between Silver Spring and Washington DC is 9 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

How do I travel from Silver Spring to Washington DC without a car?

The best way to get from Silver Spring to Washington DC without a car is to subway which takes 30 min and costs $2 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Silver Spring to Washington DC?

The subway from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Silver Spring to Washington DC bus from?

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

Where does the Silver Spring to Washington DC bus arrive?

Silver Spring to Washington DC bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW station.

Can I drive from Silver Spring to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Silver Spring to Washington DC is 7 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Silver Spring to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1633+ hotels available in Washington DC.

Silver Spring to Washington DC - 7 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi

Q: Where do I catch the Silver Spring to Washington DC train from?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platformsubway R
30 min
$2–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Takoma+Bay C to 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NWbus D50
40 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silver Spring to Washington DCtaxi 6.8 mi
14 min
$22–27
Drive 6.8 mi
1. Drive from Silver Spring to Washington DCcar 6.8 mi
14 min
$2
Subway via Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
1. Take the subway from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
33 min
$2–5
Line 305 bus
1. Take the bus from SILVER SPRING station to CONSTITUTION AVE & 14TH ST NW ebbus 305 / ...
46 min
$2
Bus via Silver Spring+Bay 104
1. Take the bus from Silver Spring+Bay 104 to K St NW+16 St NWbus D6x / ...
46 min
$3

Silver Spring to Washington DC by subway and foot

1325Weekly Services

30 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Silver Spring to Washington DC.

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Silver Spring, MD, USA and Washington 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 $2–5 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Takoma+Bay C to 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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