The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 26 trains that leave Washington, DC for Towson, MD on Sun, Mar 01, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest trains will take 37 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.
160 Northeast Regional
162 Northeast Regional
128 Northeast Regional
54 Vermonter
118 Northeast Regional
80 Carolinian
2252 Acela
2248 Acela
2220 Acela
126 Northeast RegionalTravel 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 $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Towson, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Towson, MD trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
160 Northeast Regional | 10:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 11:06 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 11:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 12:01 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
54 Vermonter | 12:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h40 | 1:10 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2248 Acela | 12:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h33 | 1:23 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h42 | 2:04 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 2:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h45 | 2:55 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
118 Northeast Regional | 3:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h42 | 3:42 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
Trains from Washington, DC to Towson, MD run on average 29 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 37m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Towson, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Towson, MD from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Towson, MD by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Towson, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Towson, MD
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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