What is the cheapest way to get from Downingtown to Frederick?

The cheapest way to get from Downingtown to Frederick is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downingtown to Frederick?

The fastest way to get from Downingtown to Frederick is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Downingtown and Frederick?

No, there is no direct train from Downingtown to Frederick. However, there are services departing from Downingtown Amtrak and arriving at FREDERICK MARC wb via 30th Street Station and Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Downingtown to Frederick?

The distance between Downingtown and Frederick is 185 miles. The road distance is 117.3 miles.

How do I travel from Downingtown to Frederick without a car?

The best way to get from Downingtown to Frederick without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $95 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Downingtown to Frederick?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Downingtown to Frederick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downingtown to Frederick bus from?

Downingtown to Frederick bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Lancaster Av & Green St - MBNS station.

Where do I catch the Downingtown to Frederick train from?

Downingtown to Frederick train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Downingtown Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Downingtown to Frederick?

The best way to get from Downingtown to Frederick is to line 135 bus and line 104 bus and bus which takes 7h 51m and costs $85 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $700 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Downingtown to Frederick bus arrive?

Downingtown to Frederick bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at West Chester Transit Center station.

Where does the Downingtown to Frederick train arrive?

Downingtown to Frederick train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Downingtown to Frederick?

Yes, the driving distance between Downingtown to Frederick is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Downingtown to Frederick.

Where can I stay near Frederick?

There are 67+ hotels available in Frederick.

Downingtown to Frederick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 135 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Downingtown and Frederick?

No, there is no direct bus from Downingtown to Frederick. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Av & Green St - MBNS and arriving at Frederick Bayrunner Office via West Chester Transit Center, 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Philadelphia Bus Station and Baltimore Downtown Bus Terminal, Baltimore, MD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Downingtown to Frederick by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Downingtown Amtrak to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
3. Take the bus from BWI Amtrak Station to Frederick Transit Centerbus Bwi
4h 34m
$97–778
Drive 116.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downingtown to Frederickcar 116.6 mi
2h 52m
$22–31
Line 135 bus, line 104 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Av & Green St - MBNS to West Chester Transit Centerbus 135
2. Take the bus from West Chester Transit Center to 69th St Transit Centerbus 104
3. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center South Terminal to Market St & 11th St - MBNSbus
4. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Terminal, Baltimore, MD to Frederick Bayrunner Officebus
7h 51m
$87–146
Train
1. Take the train from Downingtown Amtrak to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to FREDERICK MARC wbtrain
5h 33m
$40–680

Downingtown to Frederick by train and bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Downingtown, PA, USA and Frederick, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Lancaster Av & Green St - MBNS to Frederick Bayrunner Office via West Chester Transit Center, 69th St Transit Center, 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Market St & 11th St - MBNS, Philadelphia Bus Station, and Baltimore Downtown Bus Terminal, Baltimore, MD in around 7h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Downingtown Amtrak to FREDERICK MARC wb via 30th Street Station and Washington Union Station in around 5h 33m.

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