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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Gaithersburg is to subway which costs $2 - $7 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Gaithersburg is to train which takes 31 min and costs $2 - $8.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Gaithersburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at GAITHERSBURG MARC wb. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Washington to Gaithersburg?

The distance between Washington and Gaithersburg is 21 miles. The road distance is 21.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Gaithersburg without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $2 - $8.

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

The train from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station to GAITHERSBURG MARC wb takes 31 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Washington to Gaithersburg train from?

Washington to Gaithersburg train services, operated by Maryland Transit, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where does the Washington to Gaithersburg train arrive?

Washington to Gaithersburg train services, operated by Maryland Transit, arrive at GAITHERSBURG MARC wb station.

Can I drive from Washington to Gaithersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Gaithersburg is 22 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Washington to Gaithersburg.

Where can I stay near Gaithersburg?

There are 224+ hotels available in Gaithersburg.

Washington to Gaithersburg - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Washington to Gaithersburg by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to GAITHERSBURG MARC wbtrain Marc
31 min
$2–8
Subway, line 101 bus
1. Take the subway from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Medical Center, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
2. Take the bus from Medical Center Station & Bay E to S Frederick Ave & Summit Avebus 101
1h 27m
$4–9
Drive 21.4 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Gaithersburgcar 21.4 mi
34 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington to Gaithersburgtaxi 21.4 mi
34 min
$65–80
Subway
1. Take the subway from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
32 min
$2–7

Washington to Gaithersburg by train

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Distance: 21 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Maryland Transit operates a train from Washington Union Station to GAITHERSBURG MARC wb every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–8 and the journey takes 31 min.

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