How to get from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro?

Bowie to Smithsonian Institute - Bus Schedule

The P71 bus from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute runs from 5:54 AM to 7:26 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 7 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Bowie to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, take the P71 bus from Northview Dr + Collington Rd station to New Carrollton+Bay B station. Next, take the ORANGE metro from New Carrollton station to Federal Triangle Metro Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $1.50. The bus and metro schedule from Bowie may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

67min$1.50
Bus - P71P71
Metro - ORANGE
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
Leaves from Northview Dr + Collington Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Bowie
  • 2
    Bus - P71P71
    Wait for bus
    P71
    New Carrollton Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    New Carrollton+Bay B
    ID 3004446
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    New Carrollton
    600 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Metro - ORANGEORANGE
    Wait for metro
    ORANGE
    Vienna
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Federal Triangle Metro Station
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Smithsonian Institute
    Walk to
    Smithsonian Institute
    1400 Constitution Ave NW Washington, DC 20004
    520 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between Bowie, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 20.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute 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 Bowie to Smithsonian Institute

To check the bus and metro schedule from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bowie) and destination (Smithsonian Institute), 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 Bowie to Smithsonian Institute?

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Bus line P71, Metro line ORANGE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Bowie and Smithsonian Institute?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute?

    The P71 bus line goes from New Carrollton+Bay B station near Bowie in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to New Carrollton station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till New Carrollton station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro?

    The total travel time between Bowie in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by bus and metro is about 1 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Bowie to get to Smithsonian Institute?

    Get on the P71 bus from the New Carrollton+Bay B stop near Bowie in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Bowie and Smithsonian Institute?

    Get off the bus at the New Carrollton station, which is closest to Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • How much is the bus fare from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute?

    The ride from Bowie to Smithsonian Institute costs $1.50.

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