What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Bethesda?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Bethesda is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Bethesda?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Bethesda is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Bethesda?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Bethesda. However, there are services departing from Federal St @ Water St and arriving at Bethesda via Wilmington Bus Station and Baltimore Downtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Dover to Bethesda?

The distance between Dover and Bethesda is 171 miles. The road distance is 97.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Bethesda without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Bethesda without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 53m and costs $30 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Bethesda?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Dover to Bethesda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Bethesda bus from?

Dover to Bethesda bus services, operated by DART First State, depart from Federal St @ Water St station.

Where does the Dover to Bethesda bus arrive?

Dover to Bethesda bus services, operated by DART First State, arrive at Wilmington Tc station.

Can I drive from Dover to Bethesda?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Bethesda is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Dover to Bethesda.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dover to Bethesda?

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Where can I stay near Bethesda?

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Dover to Bethesda - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Bethesda by bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Federal St @ Water St to Wilmington Tcbus 301
2. Take the train from Wilmington to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
3h 53m
$31–658
Drive 97 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Bethesdacar 97 mi
2h 15m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Federal St @ Water St to Wilmington Tcbus 301
2. Take the bus from Wilmington Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Bethesdabus
5h 48m
$19–36
Bus, train via Dover
1. Take the bus from Dover to Wilmington, DE - 3 W 4th Stbus Hampton
2. Take the train from Wilmington to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
4h 29m
$39–690

Dover to Bethesda by bus, train, and subway

96Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Dover, DE, USA and Bethesda, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Federal St @ Water St to Bethesda via Wilmington Tc, Wilmington Bus Station, and Baltimore Downtown Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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