What is the cheapest way to get from New Carrollton to Takoma Park?

The cheapest way to get from New Carrollton to Takoma Park is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New Carrollton to Takoma Park?

The fastest way to get from New Carrollton to Takoma Park is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $25 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between New Carrollton and Takoma Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riverdale Rd+Lamont Dr and arriving at Philadelphia Av+Holt Pl. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from New Carrollton to Takoma Park?

The distance between New Carrollton and Takoma Park is 12 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

How do I travel from New Carrollton to Takoma Park without a car?

The best way to get from New Carrollton to Takoma Park without a car is to bus which takes 41 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from New Carrollton to Takoma Park?

The bus from Riverdale Rd+Lamont Dr to Philadelphia Av+Holt Pl takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the New Carrollton to Takoma Park bus from?

New Carrollton to Takoma Park bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Riverdale Rd+Lamont Dr station.

Where does the New Carrollton to Takoma Park bus arrive?

New Carrollton to Takoma Park bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Philadelphia Av+Holt Pl station.

Can I drive from New Carrollton to Takoma Park?

Yes, the driving distance between New Carrollton to Takoma Park is 8 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from New Carrollton to Takoma Park.

Where can I stay near Takoma Park?

There are 1515+ hotels available in Takoma Park.

New Carrollton to Takoma Park - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from New Carrollton to Takoma Park by bus, train, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Riverdale Rd+Lamont Dr to Philadelphia Av+Holt Plbus P30
41 min
$3
Drive 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Carrollton to Takoma Parkcar 7.8 mi
15 min
$2–3
Bus, train, subway
1. Take the bus from Lamont Dr+Carrollton Pkwy to New Carrollton+Bus Bay T1bus P42
2. Take the train from New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Takoma, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
55 min
$5–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New Carrollton to Takoma Parktaxi 7.8 mi
15 min
$25–30

New Carrollton to Takoma Park by bus

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between New Carrollton, MD, USA and Takoma Park, MD, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Riverdale Rd+Lamont Dr to Philadelphia Av+Holt Pl every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 41 min.

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