What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Ellicott City?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Ellicott City is to bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Ellicott City?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Ellicott City is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Washington DC and Ellicott City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from CONSTITUTION AVE & 14TH ST NW eb and arriving at Long Gate P&R. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Ellicott City?

The distance between Washington DC and Ellicott City is 36 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington DC to Ellicott City without a car is to bus which takes 1h 47m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Ellicott City?

The bus from CONSTITUTION AVE & 14TH ST NW eb to Long Gate P&R takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Ellicott City bus from?

Washington DC to Ellicott City bus services, operated by Maryland Transit, depart from CONSTITUTION AVE & 14TH ST NW eb station.

Where does the Washington DC to Ellicott City bus arrive?

Washington DC to Ellicott City bus services, operated by Maryland Transit, arrive at Long Gate P&R station.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Ellicott City?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Ellicott City is 32 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Washington DC to Ellicott City.

Where can I stay near Ellicott City?

There are 337+ hotels available in Ellicott City.

Washington DC to Ellicott City - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Washington DC to Ellicott City by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from CONSTITUTION AVE & 14TH ST NW eb to Long Gate P&Rbus 345
1h 47m
$2
Train, line 77 bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to West Baltimoretrain Commuter Rail
2. Take the bus from West Baltimore Marc Station Bay 1 to EDMONDSON AV & ROLLING RD wb nsbus 77
2h 7m
$6–14
Drive 31.7 mi
1. Drive from Washington DC to Ellicott Citycar 31.7 mi
47 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington DC to Ellicott Citytaxi 31.7 mi
47 min
$90–110
Bus via Lotte Plaza Us 40 & Us 29
1. Take the bus from 12TH ST & E ST NW nb to Lotte Plaza Us 40 & Us 29bus 315
1h 49m
$2

Washington DC to Ellicott City by foot and bus

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Distance: 36.2 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Maryland Transit operates a bus from CONSTITUTION AVE & 14TH ST NW eb to Long Gate P&R 4 times a day. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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