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

Howard University to Towson - Bus Schedule

The C51 bus from Howard University to Towson runs from 12:31 AM to 12:11 AM, with departures every 15 min-5 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 2 hr, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Howard University to Towson by bus and train

To get from Howard University to Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the C51 bus from U St Nw+Vermont Av NW station to Massachusetts Ave NE & 1st St NE station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ACELA train and finally take the CITYLINK GREEN bus from Charles St & Penn Station Nb station to Dulaney Valley Rd & Macy's Nb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 120 min. The ride fare is $3.25. The bus and train schedule from Howard University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Towson on the Moovit app.

120min$3.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - C51C51
Train - ACELAACELA
Bus - CITYLINK GREENCITYLINK GREEN
Walk to Towson
Leaves from U St Nw+Vermont Av NW

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    U St Nw+Vermont Av NW
    ID 1001685
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - C51C51
    Wait for bus
    C51
    South To Anacostia
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave NE & 1st St NE
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ACELAACELA
    Wait for train
    ACELA
    Boston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Baltimore Penn Station
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Charles St & Penn Station Nb
    ID 531
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - CITYLINK GREENCITYLINK GREEN
    Wait for bus
    CITYLINK GREEN
    Towson Town Center
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dulaney Valley Rd & Macy's Nb
    ID 10680
    41 min
  • 10
    Walk to Towson
    Walk to
    Towson
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Howard University to Towson

The distance between Howard University, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Towson, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD is approximately 50.47 mi, which can typically be traveled in 120 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Howard University to Towson by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Howard University to Towson

To check the bus and train schedule from Howard University to Towson using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Howard University) and destination (Towson), 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 Howard University to Towson?

    The fastest way takes 120 minutes, using Bus line C51, Train line ACELA, Bus line CITYLINK GREEN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 120 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Howard University to Towson?

    The C51 bus line goes from U St Nw+Vermont Av NW station near Howard University in Washington to Massachusetts Ave NE & 1st St NE station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Massachusetts Ave NE & 1st St NE station near Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

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

    The total travel time between Howard University in Washington and Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD by bus and train is about 120 min.

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

    Get on the C51 bus from the U St Nw+Vermont Av NW stop near Howard University in Washington.

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

    Get off the bus at the Massachusetts Ave NE & 1st St NE stop, which is closest to Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Howard University to Towson?

    The ride from Howard University to Towson costs $3.25.

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