What is the cheapest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC?

The cheapest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC?

The fastest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct train between BWI Rail Station and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct train from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from BWI Thurgood Marshall and arriving at Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC?

The distance between BWI Rail Station and Washington DC is 32 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

How do I travel from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC without a car?

The best way to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs $4 - $550.

How long does it take to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC?

It takes approximately 1h to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the BWI Rail Station to Washington DC train from?

BWI Rail Station to Washington DC train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from BWI Thurgood Marshall station.

Where does the BWI Rail Station to Washington DC train arrive?

BWI Rail Station to Washington DC train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between BWI Rail Station to Washington DC is 32 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Washington DC.

BWI Rail Station to Washington DC - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from BWI Rail Station to Washington DC by train (Amtrak), car, taxi, train, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington Union Stationtrain Crescent / ...
1h
$4–548
Drive 31.7 mi
1. Drive from BWI Rail Station to Washington DCcar 31.7 mi
46 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from BWI Rail Station to Washington DCtaxi 31.7 mi
46 min
$90–110
Train, subway
1. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway O / ...
1h 6m
$4–11

BWI Rail Station to Washington DC by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 31.6 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between BWI Rail Station, MD, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington Union Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $9–20 and the journey takes 40 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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