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Washington DC to New Carrollton Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Washington to New Carrollton?
There are usually 12 daily train trips available from Washington to New Carrollton.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$12.18 | Avg. Price$16.86 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips12 |
Duration | Duration0h 32m | Duration0h 10m |
Bus from Washington DC to New Carrollton: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Washington DC to New Carrollton. Traveling by bus from Washington DC to New Carrollton usually takes around 33 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 25 minutes.
| Distance | 9 mi (15 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $11.48 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Washington DC to New Carrollton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Washington DC to New Carrollton. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 0h 33m | $11.99 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Washington to New Carrollton every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 33 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New Carrollton usually start from $11.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Washington DC to New Carrollton
The bus takes an average of 33 minutes to cover the 9 miles from Washington DC to New Carrollton. However, the fastest bus only takes 25 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to New Carrollton at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Washington DC to New Carrollton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Washington DC to New Carrollton. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Washington DC to New Carrollton, MD; ticket prices start at $6.00.
City Information
Washington DC
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Washington DC?
Main departure station: Union Station
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
All bus stations in Washington DC:
Union Station
Where does the bus arrive in New Carrollton?
Main arrival station: 4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
All buses from Washington DC arrive at one main station in New Carrollton.
All bus stations in New Carrollton:
4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
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