What is the cheapest way to get from Union Station to American University?

The cheapest way to get from Union Station to American University is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to American University?

The fastest way to get from Union Station to American University is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $19 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Union Station and American University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE and arriving at Wisconsin Av NW+Rodman St NW. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Union Station and American University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform station and arriving at Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Union Station to American University?

The distance between Union Station and American University is 7 miles. The road distance is 5.7 miles.

How do I travel from Union Station to American University without a car?

The best way to get from Union Station to American University without a car is to subway and bus which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Union Station to American University?

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Union Station to American University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Union Station to American University bus from?

Union Station to American University bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE station.

Where do I catch the Union Station to American University train from?

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

Where does the Union Station to American University bus arrive?

Union Station to American University bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Wisconsin Av NW+Rodman St NW station.

Where does the Union Station to American University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Union Station to American University?

Yes, the driving distance between Union Station to American University is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Union Station to American University.

Where can I stay near American University?

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Union Station to American University - 6 ways to travel via subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Union Station to American University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
2. Take the bus from 40 St NW+Albemarle St NW to Nebraska Av NW+Ward Circle NWbus C81 / ...
30 min
$5
Drive 5.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Union Station to American Universitycar 5.7 mi
12 min
$1–2
Subway
1. Take the subway from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platformsubway R
36 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE to Wisconsin Av NW+Rodman St NWbus C51
1h
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Union Station to American Universitytaxi 5.7 mi
12 min
$19–23
Bus via Union Station
1. Take the bus from E St NE+Columbus Cir to Wisconsin Av NW+Rodman St NWbus D80
1h 17m
$3

Union Station to American University by subway, bus, and foot

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Distance: 7.3 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Union Station, DC, USA and American University, DC, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Tenleytown, Red Line Center Platform every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE to Wisconsin Av NW+Rodman St NW every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 40 min.

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