What is the cheapest way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda?

The cheapest way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda?

The fastest way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between L'Enfant Plaza and Bethesda?

No, there is no direct bus from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda. However, there are services departing from E St SW+7 St SW and arriving at Bethesda+Bay C via Silver Spring+Bay 102. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between L'Enfant Plaza and Bethesda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform and arriving at Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda?

The distance between L'Enfant Plaza and Bethesda is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda without a car?

The best way to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda without a car is to subway via L'Enfant Plaza, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $4.

How long does it take to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda?

It takes approximately 29 min to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda bus from?

L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from E St SW+7 St SW station.

Where do I catch the L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda train from?

L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform station.

Where does the L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda bus arrive?

L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Silver Spring+Bay 220 station.

Can I drive from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda?

Yes, the driving distance between L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda.

Where can I stay near Bethesda?

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L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway via L'Enfant Plaza, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
best
1. Take the subway from Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform to Bethesda, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
29 min
$3
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform to Bethesda, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
40 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from E St SW+7 St SW to Silver Spring+Bay 220bus D40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Silver Spring+Bay 102 to Bethesda+Bay Cbus M70
1h 14m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesdataxi 9 mi
18 min
$28–35
Drive 9 mi
1. Drive from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesdacar 9 mi
18 min
$2–3

L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda by foot and subway

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29 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 8.9 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between L'Enfant Plaza, DC, USA and Bethesda, MD, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform to Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $1 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from L'Enfant Plaza to Bethesda+Bay C via E St SW+7 St SW and Silver Spring+Bay 102 in around 1h 14m.

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