Laurel, MD, USA to Arlington, VA, USA from $4: 6 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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40 kmDistance

33m Fastest

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Laurel - Arlington operators

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Train

Contact phone

1-866-743-3682

Website

https://www.mta.maryland.gov

Train from LAUREL MARC sb to Washington Union Station

Average Duration

39m

Estimated price

$2-8

Subway

Contact phone

+1 202-637-7000

Website

https://www.wmata.com

Subway from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Virginia Square-Gmu, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform

Average Duration

15m

Estimated price

$40-41

Subway from Greenbelt, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform to L'enfant Plaza, Green/Yellow Line Track 2 Platform

Average Duration

29m

Estimated price

$2-42

Subway from L'enfant Plaza, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Virginia Square-Gmu, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform

Average Duration

20m

Estimated price

$40-41

Bus

Contact phone

+1 202-637-7000

Website

https://www.wmata.com

Bus from 2 St+Laurel Av to Greenbelt+Bus Bay C

Average Duration

41m

Estimated price

$2-2

Bus from Cherry Ln+Baltimore Av to Silver Spring+Bus Bay 115

Average Duration

1h 1m

Estimated price

$2-2

Bus from Silver Spring+Bus Bay 104 to K St NW+16 St NW

Average Duration

33m

Estimated price

$2-2

Bus from 17 St NW+I St NW to Washington Bl+N Lincoln St

Average Duration

32m

Estimated price

$2-2

Taxi

Taxi from Laurel to Arlington

Average Duration

33m

Estimated price

$80-100

Drive

Drive from Laurel to Arlington

Average Duration

33m

Estimated price

$4-7

Laurel to Arlington: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Laurel and Arlington offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Nestled between Maryland and Virginia, a scenic drive from Laurel to Arlington covers a distance of 25 miles, offering a pleasant journey through the picturesque suburbs. With a travel time of approximately 33 minutes, the route provides a quick and convenient connection between these two vibrant regions. 💸 When planning your trip, budget-conscious travelers will appreciate the affordable options for getting from Laurel to Arlington by car, with prices ranging from $4 to $7. This cost-effective mode of transportation allows for flexibility in exploring the attractions and cultural offerings that both cities have to offer.

Average price

$4 - $7

🚉 The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes. Passengers will transfer at Washington Union Station and Metro Center before reaching Virginia Square-Gmu.

Departure Point

LAUREL MARC sb station

Arrival Point

Virginia Square-Gmu, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform station

🚌 Although there is no direct bus from Laurel to Arlington, you can easily travel between the two cities with a transfer in Silver Spring and Washington D.C. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes. 🚌 Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the bus services from Laurel to Arlington, with departures from Cherry Ln+Baltimore Av station and arrivals at Washington Bl+N Lincoln St station. The cost of the bus ticket for this route is $6.

Departure Point

Cherry Ln+Baltimore Av station

Arrival Point

Washington Bl+N Lincoln St station

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Laurel and Arlington is approximately 33.8 km, with a road distance of 40.1 km. Depending on the mode of transportation, the travel times vary. It takes about 1 hour and 38 minutes to travel from Laurel to Arlington by taking a bus and then the subway. The travel time by car from Arlington to Laurel is not provided, but it takes approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes to travel in the reverse direction from Laurel to Arlington by bus.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Laurel to Arlington would be to drive. It takes approximately 33 minutes and costs around $4-$7 for fuel. Alternatively, taking a taxi is the quickest way to reach Arlington, taking the same amount of time but costing around $80-$100.

The price of a bus ticket from Arlington to Laurel is $6.

To travel from Laurel to Arlington without using public transportation, you can drive the distance of 40.2 km, which typically takes around 33 minutes. The cost of this car journey can range from $4-$7 depending on factors such as fuel consumption and toll fees.

The most convenient way to travel from Laurel to Arlington without a car is to take the subway. The subway journey takes approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes. The cost of the subway ticket ranges from $4 to $12.

There are plenty of options for accommodation near Arlington with over 1350 hotels to choose from. Prices for hotels in the area start at $63 per night, offering a range of budgets and preferences.

Yes, you can get from Laurel to Arlington by bicycle. The distance of the route is not mentioned in the provided information. However, cycling between the two cities would take considerably longer than other modes of transportation, given that the distance by road is already 40.1 km.