What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Lake Ariel?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Lake Ariel is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Lake Ariel?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Lake Ariel is to subway and fly and taxi which takes 3h 35m and costs $160 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Lake Ariel?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Lake Ariel. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Scranton via Philadelphia 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Washington to Lake Ariel?

The distance between Washington and Lake Ariel is 242 miles. The road distance is 233.2 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Lake Ariel without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Lake Ariel without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 3m and costs $180 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Lake Ariel?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Washington to Lake Ariel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Lake Ariel bus from?

Washington to Lake Ariel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where does the Washington to Lake Ariel bus arrive?

Washington to Lake Ariel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Lake Ariel?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Lake Ariel is 233 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Washington to Lake Ariel.

Where can I stay near Lake Ariel?

There are 67+ hotels available in Lake Ariel.

Washington to Lake Ariel - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Washington to Lake Ariel by subway, plane, taxi, train, bus, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or bus (Greyhound)

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Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, taxi
best
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)plane IAD - AVP
3. Take the taxi from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Lake Arieltaxi
3h 35m
$162–473
Drive 231.9 mi
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1. Drive from Washington to Lake Arielcar 231.9 mi
5h 23m
$43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scrantonbus Philadelphia
6h 3m
$182–276
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Secaucus Lower Level to Port Jervistrain
3. Take the taxi from Port Jervis to Lake Arieltaxi
6h 53m
$304–465
Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Laguardia Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DCA - LGA
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rs Gouldsboro, Pabus
5h 12m
$213–847
Bus via Philadelphia
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scrantonbus Philadelphia
7h 40m
$167–234
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg, Pa to Scranton, Pabus 770
7h 56m
$135–225

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) flights

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Distance: 240.4 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Lake Ariel, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Lake Ariel via Philadelphia Bus Station, 11th St, Drexel Station at 30th St, Philadelphia 30th St Station, and Scranton in around 7h 40m.

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