How to get from Towson to Union Station by bus and train?

Towson to Union Station - Bus Schedule

The CITYLINK RED bus from Towson to Union Station usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 15 min-2 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 34 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Towson to Union Station by bus and train

To get from Towson to Union Station in Washington, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the CITYLINK RED bus from Joppa Rd & Virginia Ave Wb station to Greenmount Ave & 33rd St Sb station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CITYLINK SILVER bus and finally take the PALMETTO train from Baltimore Penn Station station to Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The bus and train schedule from Towson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

94min
Walk to bus station
Bus - CITYLINK REDCITYLINK RED
Bus - CITYLINK SILVERCITYLINK SILVER
Train - PALMETTOPALMETTO
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 - CITYLINK REDCITYLINK RED
    Wait for bus
    CITYLINK RED
    Um Medical Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Greenmount Ave & 33rd St Sb
    ID 1573
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    33rd St & Greenmount Ave FS Wb
    ID 478
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - CITYLINK SILVERCITYLINK SILVER
    Wait for bus
    CITYLINK SILVER
    Curtis Bay
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Saint Paul St & Penn Station FS Sb
    ID 493
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Baltimore Penn Station
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - PALMETTOPALMETTO
    Wait for train
    PALMETTO
    Washington
  • 9
    Ride to train station Union Station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Towson to Union Station

The distance between Towson, Washington and Union Station, Washington is approximately 46.87 mi, which can typically be traveled in 94 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Towson to Union Station 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 Union Station

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

    The fastest way takes 94 minutes, using Bus line CITYLINK RED, Bus line CITYLINK SILVER, Train line PALMETTO.

  • Is there a direct bus between Towson and Union Station?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 34 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Towson to Union Station?

    The CITYLINK RED bus line goes from Joppa Rd & Virginia Ave Wb station near Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Greenmount Ave & 33rd St Sb station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Greenmount Ave & 33rd St Sb station near Union Station in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Towson to Union Station by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Towson in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Union Station in Washington by bus and train is about 1 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Towson to get to Union Station?

    Get on the CITYLINK RED 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 Union Station?

    Get off the bus at the Greenmount Ave & 33rd St Sb station, which is closest to Union Station in Washington.

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