What is the cheapest way to get from Rockville to Washington DC?

The cheapest way to get from Rockville to Washington DC is to subway which costs $2 - $3 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockville to Washington DC?

The fastest way to get from Rockville to Washington DC is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Rockville and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockville to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from W Montgomery Av+N Adams St and arriving at H St NW+Madison Pl NW via Friendship Heights+Bay C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Rockville and Washington DC?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rockville, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Rockville to Washington DC?

The distance between Rockville and Washington DC is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rockville to Washington DC without a car?

The best way to get from Rockville to Washington DC without a car is to subway which takes 40 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Rockville to Washington DC?

The subway from Rockville, Red Line Center Platform to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rockville to Washington DC bus from?

Rockville to Washington DC bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from W Montgomery Av+N Adams St station.

Where does the Rockville to Washington DC bus arrive?

Rockville to Washington DC bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Friendship Heights+Bay J station.

Can I drive from Rockville to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockville to Washington DC is 16 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Rockville to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1406+ hotels available in Washington DC.

Rockville to Washington DC - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

Q: Where do I catch the Rockville to Washington DC train from?

Rockville to Washington DC train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Rockville, Red Line Center Platform station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Rockville to Washington DC by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Rockville, Red Line Center Platform to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
40 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from W Montgomery Av+N Adams St to Friendship Heights+Bay Jbus M82
2. Take the bus from Friendship Heights+Bay C to H St NW+Madison Pl NWbus D80
1h 34m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockville to Washington DCtaxi 15.6 mi
30 min
$45–60
Drive 15.6 mi
1. Drive from Rockville to Washington DCcar 15.6 mi
30 min
$3–5

Rockville to Washington DC by subway and foot

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Distance: 15.2 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Rockville, MD, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Rockville, Red Line Center Platform to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W Montgomery Av+N Adams St to Washington DC via Friendship Heights+Bay J, Friendship Heights+Bay C, and H St NW+Madison Pl NW in around 1h 34m.

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