What is the cheapest way to get from Silver Spring to American University?

The cheapest way to get from Silver Spring to American University is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Silver Spring to American University?

The fastest way to get from Silver Spring to American University is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $19 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Silver Spring and American University?

No, there is no direct bus from Silver Spring station to American University. However, there are services departing from Silver Spring Station & Bay 106 and arriving at Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW via Friendship Heights+Bay J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Silver Spring and American University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Silver Spring to American University?

The distance between Silver Spring and American University is 15 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles.

How do I travel from Silver Spring to American University without a car?

The best way to get from Silver Spring to American University without a car is to subway which takes 50 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Silver Spring to American University?

The subway from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Silver Spring to American University bus from?

Silver Spring to American University bus services, operated by Montgomery County MD Ride On, depart from Silver Spring Station & Bay 106.

Where do I catch the Silver Spring to American University train from?

Silver Spring to American University train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform station.

Where does the Silver Spring to American University bus arrive?

Silver Spring to American University bus services, operated by Montgomery County MD Ride On, arrive at Friendship Heights Station & Bay F.

Where does the Silver Spring to American University train arrive?

Silver Spring to American University train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform station.

Can I drive from Silver Spring to American University?

Yes, the driving distance between Silver Spring to American University is 6 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Silver Spring to American University.

Where can I stay near American University?

There are 1591+ hotels available in American University.

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There are 4 ways to get from Silver Spring to American University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the subway from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
50 min
$2–3
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1. Take the bus from Silver Spring Station & Bay 106 to Friendship Heights Station & Bay Fbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Friendship Heights+Bay J to Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NWbus D96
52 min
$5–7
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1. Take the taxi from Silver Spring to American Universitytaxi 5.9 mi
13 min
$19–24
Drive 5.9 mi
1. Drive from Silver Spring to American Universitycar 5.9 mi
13 min
$2

Silver Spring to American University by subway and foot

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Distance: 14.5 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Silver Spring, MD, USA and American University, DC, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform to Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Silver Spring Station & Bay 106 to American University via Friendship Heights+Bay J and Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW in around 52 min.

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