What is the cheapest way to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin?

The cheapest way to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin is to bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin?

The fastest way to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between National Harbor and Tidal Basin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St George Bl+Waterfront St and arriving at D St SW+6 St SW. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from National Harbor to Tidal Basin?

The distance between National Harbor and Tidal Basin is 19 miles. The road distance is 10.5 miles.

How do I travel from National Harbor to Tidal Basin without a car?

The best way to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin without a car is to bus and subway which takes 1h 15m and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the National Harbor to Tidal Basin bus from?

National Harbor to Tidal Basin bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from St George Bl+Waterfront St station.

Where does the National Harbor to Tidal Basin bus arrive?

National Harbor to Tidal Basin bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at D St SW+6 St SW station.

Can I drive from National Harbor to Tidal Basin?

Yes, the driving distance between National Harbor to Tidal Basin is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from National Harbor to Tidal Basin.

Where can I stay near Tidal Basin?

There are 1621+ hotels available in Tidal Basin.

National Harbor to Tidal Basin - 4 ways to travel via bus, subway, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from National Harbor to Tidal Basin by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus, subway
best
1. Take the bus from St George Bl+Waterfront St to King St-Old Town+Bay Jbus P90
2. Take the subway from King St-Old Town, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform to Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway B
1h 15m
$4–5
Drive 10.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from National Harbor to Tidal Basincar 10.4 mi
17 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from St George Bl+Waterfront St to D St SW+6 St SWbus C11
1h 30m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from National Harbor to Tidal Basintaxi 10.4 mi
17 min
$30–40

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between National Harbor, MD, USA and Tidal Basin, DC, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from St George Bl+Waterfront St to D St SW+6 St SW every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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