What is the cheapest way to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington?

The cheapest way to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington?

The fastest way to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington is to train which takes 15 min and costs $2 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Gaithersburg and Kensington?

No, there is no direct bus from Gaithersburg to Kensington. However, there are services departing from S Frederick Ave & Summit Ave and arriving at Knowles Ave & Connecticut Ave via North Bethesda Station & Bay C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Gaithersburg and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from GAITHERSBURG MARC eb and arriving at KENSINGTON MARC eb. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Gaithersburg to Kensington?

The distance between Gaithersburg and Kensington is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gaithersburg to Kensington without a car?

The best way to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs $2 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington?

The train from GAITHERSBURG MARC eb to KENSINGTON MARC eb takes 15 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Gaithersburg to Kensington bus from?

Gaithersburg to Kensington bus services, operated by Montgomery County MD Ride On, depart from S Frederick Ave & Summit Ave station.

Where do I catch the Gaithersburg to Kensington train from?

Gaithersburg to Kensington train services, operated by Maryland Transit, depart from GAITHERSBURG MARC eb station.

Train or bus from Gaithersburg to Kensington?

The best way to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington is to train which takes 15 min and costs $2 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 101 bus and line 5 bus, which costs $4 - $10 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Gaithersburg to Kensington bus arrive?

Gaithersburg to Kensington bus services, operated by Montgomery County MD Ride On, arrive at North Bethesda Station & Bay C.

Where does the Gaithersburg to Kensington train arrive?

Gaithersburg to Kensington train services, operated by Maryland Transit, arrive at KENSINGTON MARC eb station.

Can I drive from Gaithersburg to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Gaithersburg to Kensington is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Gaithersburg to Kensington.

Where can I stay near Kensington?

There are 1304+ hotels available in Kensington.

Gaithersburg to Kensington - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 101 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Gaithersburg to Kensington by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from GAITHERSBURG MARC eb to KENSINGTON MARC ebtrain Marc
15 min
$2–7
Line 101 bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from S Frederick Ave & Summit Ave to North Bethesda Station & Bay Cbus 101
2. Take the bus from North Bethesda Station & Bay C to Knowles Ave & Connecticut Avebus 5
1h 7m
$4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gaithersburg to Kensingtontaxi 11.3 mi
20 min
$35–45
Drive 11.3 mi
1. Drive from Gaithersburg to Kensingtoncar 11.3 mi
20 min
$3
Subway
1. Take the subway from Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform to Wheaton, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
1h 25m
$5–6

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Distance: 10.6 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Gaithersburg, MD, USA and Kensington, Montgomery County, MD, USA?

Maryland Transit operates a train from GAITHERSBURG MARC eb to KENSINGTON MARC eb every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from S Frederick Ave & Summit Ave to Knowles Ave & Connecticut Ave via North Bethesda Station & Bay C in around 1h 7m.

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