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 subway which takes 32 min and costs $2 - $7.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Gaithersburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Washington to Gaithersburg?

The distance between Washington and Gaithersburg is 17 miles. The road distance is 21.7 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 subway which takes 32 min and costs $2 - $7.

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

The subway from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington to Gaithersburg train from?

Washington to Gaithersburg train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform station.

Can I drive from Washington to Gaithersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Gaithersburg is 22 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Washington to Gaithersburg.

Where can I stay near Gaithersburg?

There are 202+ 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 subway, bus, car, taxi, or train

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 Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
32 min
$2–7
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 28m
$4–9
Drive 21.6 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Gaithersburgcar 21.6 mi
35 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington to Gaithersburgtaxi 21.6 mi
35 min
$60–80
Train
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to GAITHERSBURG MARC wbtrain Marc
37 min
$2–8

Washington to Gaithersburg by subway

1310Weekly Subways

32 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 32 min.

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