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The Walters Art Museum
Major free art museum with collections spanning ancient, medieval, Renaissance, and Asian art in Mount Vernon.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ridgewood, NJ to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $681.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $787 Average price | $73 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ridgewood, NJ to Baltimore, MD:
A train is $23 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ridgewood, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $73 (€60).
A train is $738 (€604) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ridgewood, NJ to Baltimore, MD costing on average $787 (€644).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
Flight takes on average 7h 50m.
You'll arrive about 55m sooner (2h 23m by train vs 3h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Ridgewood, NJ to Baltimore, MD run on average 56 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 56 |
Direct trains 46 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Major free art museum with collections spanning ancient, medieval, Renaissance, and Asian art in Mount Vernon.
Leading art museum known for its Cone Collection, contemporary works, and sculpture garden near Johns Hopkins.
Distinctive museum dedicated to self-taught artists, with imaginative exhibitions and a whimsical outdoor setting.
Baltimore's best-known waterfront district with promenades, harbor views, museums, and easy access to major attractions.
Historic waterfront neighborhood known for cobblestone streets, maritime character, and lively local atmosphere.
Popular hilltop park with one of the city's classic skyline and harbor viewpoints, especially photogenic at sunset.
Broiled or lightly fried cakes made with sweet blue crab meat and minimal filler. They are one of Baltimore’s signature foods and a classic Chesapeake Bay specialty.
Whole blue crabs steamed and coated with a bold spice blend, often eaten communally at crab houses. This is a defining Baltimore seafood tradition.
Baltimore barbecue specialty of charcoal-grilled roast beef sliced thin and served on a roll, often with raw onion and horseradish or tiger sauce.
Classic upscale steakhouse with old-school service, live music, and a refined atmosphere. A Baltimore institution for fine dining and cocktails.
Historic Lexington Market seafood counter famous for jumbo lump crab cakes. Casual, bustling, and one of the city’s most iconic food stops.
Popular local cafe known for elevated Chesapeake-inspired brunch dishes, crab specials, and friendly, lively service.
Moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels and dining vary by area; seafood and downtown spots cost more.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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