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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Ocean City?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Ocean City. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Atlantic Ave At Moorlyn Terrace via Ppa Bus Terminal and On Atlantic Ave At Ohio Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Ocean City?

No, there is no direct train from Washington station to Ocean City. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Atlantic City Rail Terminal via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Washington to Ocean City?

The distance between Washington and Ocean City is 218 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Ocean City without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $35 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Washington to Ocean City, including transfers.

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

Washington to Ocean City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Washington to Ocean City?

The best way to get from Washington to Ocean City is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs $35 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus via Philadelphia, which costs $29 - $70 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Washington to Ocean City bus arrive?

Washington to Ocean City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Washington to Ocean City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington to Ocean City?

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

Where can I stay near Ocean City?

There are 515+ hotels available in Ocean City.

Washington to Ocean City - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Washington to Ocean City by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or train

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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
5h 40m
$39–111
Bus via Philadelphia
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ppa Bus Terminal to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminalbus 551
6h 25m
$30–67
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Ocean Citycar 170.9 mi
3h 33m
$32–45
Fly 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 Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminalbus
6h 10m
$119–726
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington to Baltimorebus Ppb 8724 / ...
2. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Atlantic Citybus Greyhound US0320
6h 44m
$34–61
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train, line 507 bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DCA - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Atlantic City Rail Terminaltrain
3. Take the bus from On Atlantic Ave At Ohio Ave to Atlantic Ave At Moorlyn Terracebus
5h 47m
$983–1,334

Washington to Ocean City by train, foot, and bus

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.4 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Washington Union Station to Atlantic Ave At Moorlyn Terrace via 30th Street Station, Atlantic City Rail Terminal, and On Atlantic Ave At Ohio Ave in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Atlantic Ave At Moorlyn Terrace via Ppa Bus Terminal, Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal, and On Atlantic Ave At Ohio Ave in around 6h 25m.

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