How to get from Bethesda to Frederick by bus?

From Bethesda to Frederick by bus

To get from Bethesda to Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 47 bus from Bethesda Station station to Rockledge Dr & Democracy Blvd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 515 bus and finally take the 20 bus from Spectrum Drive at Golden Corral station to Transit Center (Frederick Marc Train Station) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 52 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus schedule from Bethesda may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Frederick on the Moovit app.

112min$1.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4747
Bus - 515515
Bus - 2020
Walk to Frederick
Leaves from Bethesda Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bethesda Station
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4747
    Wait for bus
    47
    Rockville
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rockledge Dr & Democracy Blvd
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rockledge & Rock Spr Demo Mid Sb
    ID 11920
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 515515
    Wait for bus
    515
    515/7 North Frederick Park & Ride
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Monocacy Marc Train Station
    ID 11913
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Spectrum Drive at Golden Corral
    ID FCT032
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Transit Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Transit Center (Frederick Marc Train Station)
    20 min
  • 10
    Walk to Frederick
    Walk to
    Frederick
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Bethesda to Frederick by bus via M70, 515 and 20

To get from Bethesda to Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the M70 bus from Bethesda+Bay C station to Fernwood Rd & Camalier Bldg station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 515 bus and finally take the 20 bus from Spectrum Drive at Golden Corral station to Transit Center (Frederick Marc Train Station) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Bethesda may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Frederick on the Moovit app.

120min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M70M70
Bus - 515515
Bus - 2020
Walk to Frederick
Leaves from Bethesda+Bay C

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bethesda+Bay C
    ID 2001227
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - M70M70
    Wait for bus
    M70
    West To Montgomery Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fernwood Rd & Camalier Bldg
    22 min
  • 4
    Bus - 515515
    Wait for bus
    515
    515/7 North Frederick Park & Ride
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Monocacy Marc Train Station
    ID 11913
    54 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Spectrum Drive at Golden Corral
    ID FCT032
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Transit Center (Frederick Marc Train Station)
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Frederick
    Walk to
    Frederick
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bethesda to Frederick

The distance between Bethesda, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Frederick, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD is approximately 46.8 mi, which can typically be travelled in 112 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bethesda to Frederick by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Bethesda to Frederick

To check the bus schedule from Bethesda to Frederick using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bethesda) and destination (Frederick), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Bethesda to Frederick by bus via M70, 515 and 20

To get from Bethesda to Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the M70 bus from Bethesda+Bay C station to Fernwood Rd & Camalier Bldg station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 515 bus and finally take the 20 bus from Spectrum Drive at Golden Corral station to Transit Center (Frederick Marc Train Station) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus schedule from Bethesda may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Frederick on the Moovit app.

120min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M70M70
Bus - 515515
Bus - 2020
Walk to Frederick
Leaves from Bethesda+Bay C

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bethesda+Bay C
    ID 2001227
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - M70M70
    Wait for bus
    M70
    West To Montgomery Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fernwood Rd & Camalier Bldg
    22 min
  • 4
    Bus - 515515
    Wait for bus
    515
    515/7 North Frederick Park & Ride
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Monocacy Marc Train Station
    ID 11913
    54 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Spectrum Drive at Golden Corral
    ID FCT032
    0.5 mi • 11 min
  • 7
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Transit Center (Frederick Marc Train Station)
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Frederick
    Walk to
    Frederick
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bethesda to Frederick?

    The fastest way takes 112 minutes, using Bus line 47, Bus line 515, Bus line 20.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bethesda to Frederick?

    The alternative route takes 120 minutes, using Bus line M70, Bus line 515, Bus line 20.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bethesda and Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bethesda to Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    The 47 bus line goes from Bethesda Station station near Bethesda to Rockville station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Rockville station near Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bethesda to Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD by bus?

    The total travel time between Bethesda and Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD by bus is about 1 hr 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Bethesda to get to Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    Get on the 47 bus from the Bethesda Station stop near Bethesda in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Bethesda and Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    Get off the bus at the Rockville stop, which is closest to Frederick in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How much is the bus fare from Bethesda to Frederick?

    The ride from Bethesda to Frederick costs $1.00.

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