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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Baltimore is to bus which costs $5 - $26 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Baltimore is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Baltimore?

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

Is there a direct train between Washington and Baltimore?

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

How far is it from Washington to Baltimore?

The distance between Washington and Baltimore is 36 miles. The road distance is 39.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Baltimore without a car is to bus which takes 1h 1m and costs $5 - $26.

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

The bus from Washington to Baltimore takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Washington to Baltimore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Washington to Baltimore train from?

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

Train or bus from Washington to Baltimore?

The best way to get from Washington to Baltimore is to bus which takes 1h 1m and costs $5 - $26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2 - $600 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Washington to Baltimore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Washington to Baltimore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington to Baltimore?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Baltimore is 39 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Washington to Baltimore.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Baltimore?

There are 395+ hotels available in Baltimore.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Washington to Baltimorebus Ppb 3613 / ...
1h 1m
$5–26
Train
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1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain Commuter Rail / ...
1h 2m
$2–600
Drive 38.9 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Baltimorecar 38.9 mi
51 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington to Baltimoretaxi 38.9 mi
51 min
$110–140

Washington to Baltimore by bus

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Washington to Baltimore every 2 hours. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–24 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Two other operators also service this route.

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