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

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Ocean City is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Ocean City is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $30 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Ocean City. However, there are services departing from Washington, DC and arriving at Atlantic Ave At Moorlyn Terrace via Market St & 15th St, Ppa Bus Terminal and On Atlantic Ave At Ohio Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Washington DC and Ocean City?

No, there is no direct train from Washington DC to Ocean City. However, there are services departing from Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform and arriving at Atlantic City Rail Terminal via Washington Union Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Ocean City?

The distance between Washington DC and Ocean City is 220 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington DC to Ocean City without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs $35 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Washington DC to Ocean City, including transfers.

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

Washington DC to Ocean City bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Washington, DC station.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Ocean City train from?

Washington DC to Ocean City train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Washington DC to Ocean City?

The best way to get from Washington DC to Ocean City is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs $35 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus via Philadelphia, which costs $50 - $140 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Washington DC to Ocean City bus arrive?

Washington DC to Ocean City bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Philadelphia, PA station.

Where does the Washington DC to Ocean City train arrive?

Washington DC to Ocean City train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Ocean City?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Ocean City is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Washington DC to Ocean City.

Where can I stay near Ocean City?

There are 517+ hotels available in Ocean City.

Washington DC to Ocean City - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington DC to Ocean City by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Atlantic City Rail Terminaltrain Atlc
6h 16m
$36–116
Drive 170.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington DC to Ocean Citycar 170.9 mi
3h 33m
$32–45
Bus via Philadelphia
1. Take the bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PAbus Washington
2. Take the bus from Ppa Bus Terminal to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminalbus 551
6h 51m
$54–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0310D / ...
2. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Atlantic Citybus Greyhound US0320
7h 57m
$34–60

Washington DC to Ocean City by foot, subway, train, and bus

84Weekly Services

6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.4 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Ocean City, NJ, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Washington DC to Atlantic Ave At Moorlyn Terrace via Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Washington Union Station, 30th Street Station, Atlantic City Rail Terminal, and On Atlantic Ave At Ohio Ave in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington, DC to Atlantic Ave At Moorlyn Terrace via Philadelphia, PA, Market St & 15th St, Market St & 10th St, Ppa Bus Terminal, Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal, and On Atlantic Ave At Ohio Ave in around 6h 51m.

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