What is the cheapest way to get from Ellicott City to Reston?

The cheapest way to get from Ellicott City to Reston is to bus and subway which costs $4 - $5 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellicott City to Reston?

The fastest way to get from Ellicott City to Reston is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Ellicott City and Reston?

No, there is no direct train from Ellicott City to Reston. However, there are services departing from West Baltimore and arriving at Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform via New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Ellicott City to Reston?

The distance between Ellicott City and Reston is 56 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ellicott City to Reston without a car?

The best way to get from Ellicott City to Reston without a car is to bus and subway which takes 2h 26m and costs $4 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Ellicott City to Reston?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ellicott City to Reston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellicott City to Reston train from?

Ellicott City to Reston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from West Baltimore station.

Where does the Ellicott City to Reston train arrive?

Ellicott City to Reston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Carrollton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Ellicott City to Reston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellicott City to Reston is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Ellicott City to Reston.

Where can I stay near Reston?

There are 359+ hotels available in Reston.

Ellicott City to Reston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ellicott City to Reston by bus, subway, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from Lotte Plaza Us 40 & Us 29 to 13TH ST & H ST NW sbbus 315
2. Take the subway from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platformsubway S
2h 26m
$4–5
Train, subway
1. Take the train from West Baltimore to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain Commuter Rail
2. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platformsubway S
2h 45m
$6–14
Drive 44.9 mi
1. Drive from Ellicott City to Restoncar 44.9 mi
57 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellicott City to Restontaxi 44.9 mi
57 min
$120–150

Ellicott City to Reston by bus and subway

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2h 26mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.7 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Ellicott City, MD, USA and Reston, VA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Ellicott City to Reston. However, you can take the bus to 13TH ST & H ST NW sb, walk to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform, then take the subway to Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform. Alternatively, you can take a bus from ROLLING RD & EDMONDSON AVE sb to Wiehle-Reston East, Silver Line Center Platform via West Baltimore Marc Station Bay 1, West Baltimore, New Carrollton Amtrak Station, and New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform in around 2h 45m.

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