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How to get from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland by bus and train?

From Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland by bus and train

To get from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the MARC train from Gaithersburg station to Kensington station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 33 bus and finally take the 34 bus from Connecticut Ave & Plyers Mill Rd station to Veirs Mill Rd & W University Bv station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

36min$6.00
Train - MARCMARC
Bus - 3333
Bus - 3434
Walk to Wheaton, Maryland
Leaves from Gaithersburg

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gaithersburg
  • 2
    Train - MARCMARC
    Wait for train
    MARC
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kensington
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montgomery Ave & Kensington Pkwy
    ID 23318
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3333
    Wait for bus
    33
    Glenmont
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Connecticut Ave & Plyers Mill Rd
    2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3434
    Wait for bus
    34
    Wheaton
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Veirs Mill Rd & W University Bv
    6 min
  • 9
    Walk to Wheaton, Maryland
    Walk to
    Wheaton, Maryland
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland by bus and train via MARC and 40

To get from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County, take the MARC train from Gaithersburg station to Rockville station. Next, take the 40 bus from Rockville Station & Bay D station to Veirs Mill Rd & W University Bv station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

47min$6.00
Train - MARCMARC
Bus - 4040
Walk to Wheaton, Maryland
Leaves from Gaithersburg

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gaithersburg
  • 2
    Train - MARCMARC
    Wait for train
    MARC
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rockville
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rockville Station & Bay D
    ID 30285
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Wheaton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Veirs Mill Rd & W University Bv
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wheaton, Maryland
    Walk to
    Wheaton, Maryland
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland

The distance between Gaithersburg, Montgomery County and Wheaton, Maryland, Montgomery County is approximately 12.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 36 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Montgomery County – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg is located at Gaithersburg, Montgomery County and the nearest public transit station is S Frederick Ave & Summit Ave.

Metro stations close to Gaithersburg:

  • Shady Grove

Train stations close to Gaithersburg:

  • Washington Grove
  • Metropolitan Grove Marc Eb
  • Metropolitan Grove

Bus stations close to Gaithersburg:

  • S Frederick Ave & Summit Ave
  • Old Towne Ave & Fulks Corner Ave
  • S Frederick Ave & Cedar Ave

Public transit stations close to Wheaton, Maryland, Montgomery County

Wheaton, Maryland is located at Wheaton, Maryland, Montgomery County and the nearest public transit station is Veirs Mill Rd & Galt Av.

Metro stations close to Wheaton, Maryland:

  • Wheaton Metro Station
  • Glenmont

Train stations close to Wheaton, Maryland:

  • Kensington
  • Garrett Park

Bus stations close to Wheaton, Maryland:

  • Veirs Mill Rd & Galt Av
  • Georgia Av+University Bl
  • Georgia Av+Ennalls Av

Alternative route from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland by bus and train via MARC and 40

To get from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County, take the MARC train from Gaithersburg station to Rockville station. Next, take the 40 bus from Rockville Station & Bay D station to Veirs Mill Rd & W University Bv station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $6.00.

47min$6.00
Train - MARCMARC
Bus - 4040
Walk to Wheaton, Maryland
Leaves from Gaithersburg

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gaithersburg
  • 2
    Train - MARCMARC
    Wait for train
    MARC
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rockville
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rockville Station & Bay D
    ID 30285
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Wheaton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Veirs Mill Rd & W University Bv
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Wheaton, Maryland
    Walk to
    Wheaton, Maryland
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland?

    The fastest way takes 36 minutes, using Train line MARC, Bus line 33, Bus line 34.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland?

    The alternative route takes 47 minutes, using Train line MARC, Bus line 40.

  • Is there a direct train between Gaithersburg and Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County?

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

  • Which train line goes from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County?

    The MARC train line goes from Union Station station near Gaithersburg to Kensington station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Kensington station near Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County

  • How long does it take to travel from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Gaithersburg and Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County by train and bus is about 36 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Gaithersburg to get to Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County?

    Get on the MARC train from the Union Station station near Gaithersburg in Montgomery County.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gaithersburg and Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County?

    Get off the train at the Kensington stop, which is closest to Wheaton, Maryland in Montgomery County.

  • How much is the train fare from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland?

    The ride from Gaithersburg to Wheaton, Maryland costs $6.00.