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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Of the three major metropolitan area airports, this one is closest to the Downtown. For more information regarding Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, please visit its web site.

Metrorail > The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) offers bus and rail service throughout the metropolitan region. Metrorail Blue and Yellow subway lines provide easy access to the DC area, including hotels, restaurants, and local attractions. Information about fares and schedules are available at www.wmata.com or (202) 637-7000.

Super Shuttle > Offers shuttle bus service at a reasonable cost to Downtown hotels. www.supershuttle.com or 1-800-BLUE VAN.

Taxi > The District of Columbia Taxicab Commission provides a complete listing of the DC area taxicab companies. DC area cab fares are calculated using a zone system. Estimate your taxi fare online with the DC Citizen Atlas.

Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)

BWI is located in suburban Maryland, about 40 miles from Downtown. BWI offers taxi, shuttle bus, train, and commuter rail service from the airport to Downtown. For other information regarding Baltimore Washington International Airport, please visit their web site.

Express Bus > The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) operates the BWI Express Bus (route B30). This service connects BWI Airport and the Greenbelt Metro station on the Green line; from there you can travel via subway to Downtown hotels and attractions. Express bus service runs every 40 minutes, 7 days a week. View the route map and schedule (PDF, 186 KB) or call (202) 637-7000 for information.

Super Shuttle > Offers connections from BWI to Downtown, as well as the rest of the metropolitan area and surrounding communities. www.supershuttle.com or 1-800-BLUE VAN.

BWI Airport Taxi > This service, operated by BWI, provides convenient service from BWI to Downtown. For more information, including rates, visit their website at www.BWIAirportTaxi.com.

Amtrak > Offers service from BWI rail station to Union Station in Downtown. Visit their web site at www.amtrak.com or call 1-800-USA-RAIL.

Maryland ARC > Provides commuter trains from BWI rail station and a shuttle to BWI airport. The train runs from 5 am to 12 am weekdays. For more information, visit the MARC web site or call 1-800-325-RAIL.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Dulles Airport is located in suburban Virginia, approximately 25 miles from Downtown. IAD offers convenient bus and taxi service to Downtown. For more information regarding the Washington Dulles International Airport, please visit its web site.

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Offers an express bus connecting Dulles Airport to Downtown. It runs every hour, seven days a week. Also, a shuttle runs between Dulles and the West Falls Church Metro station every 30 minutes. For more information about these services, visit www.wmata.com or call (202) 637-7000.

Washington Flyer Service > Operated by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, this service provides two services: taxicabs to various locations in Downtown, and coach service, providing easy access to Metrorail. For more information regarding these services, visit www.washfly.com.

Super Shuttle > Offers connecting service from Dulles to Downtown. www.supershuttle.com or 1-800-BLUE VAN.

 

 
 

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