What is the cheapest way to get from McLean to Towson?

The cheapest way to get from McLean to Towson is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from McLean to Towson?

The fastest way to get from McLean to Towson is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between McLean and Towson?

No, there is no direct bus from McLean to Towson. However, there are services departing from Old Dominion Dr+Chain Bridge Rd and arriving at YORK RD & PENNSYLVANIA AVE nb via Ballston+Bay E, Arlington, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb and BALTIMORE ST & EUTAW ST fs eb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between McLean and Towson?

No, there is no direct train from McLean to Towson. However, there are services departing from McLean, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Lutherville via New Carrollton Amtrak Station and Mt. Royal / MICA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from McLean to Towson?

The distance between McLean and Towson is 68 miles. The road distance is 54.4 miles.

How do I travel from McLean to Towson without a car?

The best way to get from McLean to Towson without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 54m and costs $8 - $22.

How long does it take to get from McLean to Towson?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from McLean to Towson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McLean to Towson bus from?

McLean to Towson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Arlington station.

Where do I catch the McLean to Towson train from?

McLean to Towson train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from McLean, Silver Line Center Platform station.

Where does the McLean to Towson bus arrive?

McLean to Towson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Baltimore Downtown Bus Station.

Where does the McLean to Towson train arrive?

McLean to Towson train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center Platform station.

Can I drive from McLean to Towson?

Yes, the driving distance between McLean to Towson is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from McLean to Towson.

Where can I stay near Towson?

There are 308+ hotels available in Towson.

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There are 3 ways to get from McLean to Towson by subway, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from McLean, Silver Line Center Platform to New Carrollton, Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway S
2. Take the train from New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain Commuter Rail / ...
2h 54m
$8–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arlington to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601
2. Take the bus from BALTIMORE ST & EUTAW ST fs eb to YORK RD & PENNSYLVANIA AVE nbbus CityLink RED
4h 6m
$14–27
Drive 54.1 mi
1. Drive from McLean to Towsoncar 54.1 mi
1h 12m
$10–15

McLean to Towson by bus, subway, train, foot, and tram

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Distance: 67.4 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between McLean, VA, USA and Towson, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Old Dominion Dr+Chain Bridge Rd to YORK RD & PENNSYLVANIA AVE nb via Ballston+Bay H, Ballston+Bay E, N Lynn St+Wilson Bl, Arlington, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb, PACA ST & BALTIMORE nb, and BALTIMORE ST & EUTAW ST fs eb in around 4h 6m.

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