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

The cheapest way to get from Baltimore to Washington, DC is to drive which costs $7 - $10 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Baltimore to Washington, DC is to train which takes 37 min and costs $1 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Baltimore and Washington, DC?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station station and arriving at Washington Union Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Baltimore and Washington, DC?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Baltimore Penn Station station and arriving at Washington Union Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Baltimore to Washington, DC?

The distance between Baltimore and Washington, DC is 40 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Baltimore to Washington, DC without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs $1 - $340.

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

The train from Baltimore Penn Station to Washington Union Station takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Baltimore to Washington, DC bus from?

Baltimore to Washington, DC bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Baltimore to Washington, DC train from?

Baltimore to Washington, DC train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Baltimore Penn Station.

Train or bus from Baltimore to Washington, DC?

The best way to get from Baltimore to Washington, DC is to train which takes 37 min and costs $1 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $35 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Baltimore to Washington, DC bus arrive?

Baltimore to Washington, DC bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Baltimore to Washington, DC train arrive?

Baltimore to Washington, DC train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Baltimore to Washington, DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Baltimore to Washington, DC is 38 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Baltimore to Washington, DC.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Washington, DC?

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Baltimore to Washington, DC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Baltimore to Washington, DC by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Recommended option

Train37 min
1. Take the train from Baltimore Penn Station to Washington Union StationAcela
$1–340

3 alternative options

Bus1h 25m
1. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Washington Union StationGreyhound US0320 / ...
$4–35
Taxi47 min
1. Take the taxi from Baltimore to Washington, DC38.1 mi
$120–150
Drive47 min
1. Drive from Baltimore to Washington, DC38.1 mi
$7–10

Baltimore to Washington, DC by train

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Baltimore Penn Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $20–340 and the journey takes 37 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $4–35 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Peter Pan Bus Lines also services this route every 3 hours.

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