How to get from Takoma Park to Howard University by bus and metro?

Takoma Park to Howard University - Bus Schedule

The 24 bus from Takoma Park to Howard University runs from 5:40 AM to 8:48 AM, with departures every 35-45 min. The trip takes about 36 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Takoma Park to Howard University by bus and metro

To get from Takoma Park to Howard University in Washington, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 metro lines: take the 24 bus from Piney Branch Rd & Manchester Rd station to Takoma Station & Bay H station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED metro and finally take the GREEN metro from Fort Totten station to U Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus and metro schedule from Takoma Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Howard University on the Moovit app.

36min$1.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Metro - RED
Metro - GREEN
Walk to Howard University
Leaves from Piney Branch Rd & Manchester Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Piney Branch Rd & Manchester Rd
    ID 24940
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    Takoma
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Takoma Station & Bay H
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Takoma
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Shady Grove
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Fort Totten
    3 min
  • 7
    Metro - GREENGREEN
    Wait for metro
    GREEN
    Branch Av
  • 8
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    U Street
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Howard University
    Walk to
    Howard University
    2244 10th St NW
    420 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Takoma Park to Howard University

The distance between Takoma Park, Washington and Howard University, Washington is approximately 7.41 mi, which can typically be traveled in 36 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Takoma Park to Howard University by bus and metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Metro schedule from Takoma Park to Howard University

To check the bus and metro schedule from Takoma Park to Howard University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Takoma Park) and destination (Howard University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and metro routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and metro, 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 and metro schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Takoma Park to Howard University?

    The fastest way takes 36 minutes, using Bus line 24, Metro line RED, Metro line GREEN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Takoma Park and Howard University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 metro lines in total. The total traveling time is 36 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Takoma Park to Howard University?

    The 24 bus line goes from Piney Branch Rd & Manchester Rd station near Takoma Park in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Takoma Station & Bay H station. From there you’ll have to take 2 metro lines till Takoma Station & Bay H station near Howard University in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Takoma Park to Howard University by bus and metro?

    The total travel time between Takoma Park in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Howard University in Washington by bus and metro is about 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Takoma Park to get to Howard University?

    Get on the 24 bus from the Piney Branch Rd & Manchester Rd stop near Takoma Park in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between Takoma Park and Howard University?

    Get off the bus at the Takoma Station & Bay H station, which is closest to Howard University in Washington.

  • How much is the bus fare from Takoma Park to Howard University?

    The ride from Takoma Park to Howard University costs $1.00.

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