How to get from Towson to Howard University by bus and train?

Towson to Howard University - Bus Schedule

The 51 bus from Towson to Howard University runs from 5:00 AM to 11:52 PM, with departures every 25-55 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 27 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Towson to Howard University by bus and train

To get from Towson to Howard University in Washington, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 51 bus from Joppa Rd & Virginia Ave Wb station to Maryland Ave & Lanvale & Falls FS station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ACELA train and finally take the C51 bus from Massachusetts Av Ne+1 St NE station to U St Nw+Vermont Av NW station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Towson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Howard University on the Moovit app.

147min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - ACELAACELA
Bus - C51C51
Walk to Howard University
Leaves from Joppa Rd & Virginia Ave Wb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Joppa Rd & Virginia Ave Wb
    ID 6566
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Maryland Ave & Lanvale & Falls FS
    ID 12714
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Baltimore Penn Station
    270 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Washington
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Av Ne+1 St NE
    ID 1003742
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - C51C51
    Wait for bus
    C51
    North To Tenleytown
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    U St Nw+Vermont Av NW
    ID 1001683
    13 min
  • 10
    Walk to Howard University
    Walk to
    Howard University
    2244 10th St NW
    460 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Towson to Howard University

The distance between Towson, Washington and Howard University, Washington is approximately 52.27 mi, which can typically be traveled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Towson to Howard University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Towson to Howard University

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Bus line 51, Train line ACELA, Bus line C51.

  • Is there a direct bus between Towson and Howard University?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Towson to Howard University?

    The 51 bus line goes from Joppa Rd & Virginia Ave Wb station near Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Maryland Ave & Lanvale & Falls FS station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Maryland Ave & Lanvale & Falls FS station near Howard University in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Towson to Howard University by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Howard University in Washington by bus and train is about 2 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the 51 bus from the Joppa Rd & Virginia Ave Wb stop near Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

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

    Get off the bus at the Maryland Ave & Lanvale & Falls FS stop, which is closest to Howard University in Washington.

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