The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Towson, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Towson, MD will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Towson, MD on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Washington, DC to Towson, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Towson, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€16 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Towson, MD bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Towson, MD buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 PM Washington, DC | 1h15 | 9:55 PM Towson, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
Buses from Washington, DC to Towson, MD run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by train.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus from Washington, DC to Towson, MDYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Towson, MD with Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $7 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Towson, MD by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Towson, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
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