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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from New Carrollton to Rockville. Traveling by train from New Carrollton to Rockville usually takes 3 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in one hour and 39 minutes.
Distance | 17 mi (27 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 39m |
Lowest price | $22.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from New Carrollton to Rockville?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from New Carrollton to Rockville was $22.00. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Rockville if you book your train tickets at least 13 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $17.00.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from New Carrollton to Rockville?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New Carrollton to Rockville. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 2 | 3h 5m | $28.68 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from New Carrollton to Rockville every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $22.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from New Carrollton to Rockville are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs New Carrollton at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in New Carrollton twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rockville to New Carrollton.
City Information
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 is the train station in New Carrollton?
Main departure station: MARC Station
There is one train station in New Carrollton.
All train stations in New Carrollton:
MARC Station
Where is the train station in Rockville?
Main arrival station: 307 South Stonestreet Ave
Rockville has one train station.
All train stations in Rockville:
307 South Stonestreet Ave
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