What is the cheapest way to get from Takoma Park to Washington DC?

The cheapest way to get from Takoma Park to Washington DC is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Takoma Park to Washington DC?

The fastest way to get from Takoma Park to Washington DC is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Takoma Park and Washington DC?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Takoma+Bay C and arriving at 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Takoma Park and Washington DC?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Takoma, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Takoma Park to Washington DC?

The distance between Takoma Park and Washington DC is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Takoma Park to Washington DC without a car is to subway which takes 28 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Takoma Park to Washington DC?

The subway from Takoma, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Takoma Park to Washington DC bus from?

Takoma Park to Washington DC bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Takoma+Bay C station.

Where does the Takoma Park to Washington DC bus arrive?

Takoma Park to Washington DC bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW station.

Can I drive from Takoma Park to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Takoma Park to Washington DC is 7 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Takoma Park to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1635+ hotels available in Washington DC.

Takoma Park to Washington DC - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Takoma Park to Washington DC by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Takoma, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platformsubway R
28 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Takoma+Bay C to 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NWbus D50
40 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Takoma Park to Washington DCtaxi 6.6 mi
14 min
$22–27
Drive 6.6 mi
1. Drive from Takoma Park to Washington DCcar 6.6 mi
14 min
$2
Bus via F St NW+13 St NW
1. Take the bus from Takoma+Bay B to F St NW+13 St NWbus D5x
1h
$3

Takoma Park to Washington DC by subway and foot

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Takoma, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Takoma+Bay C to 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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