How to get from Annapolis to Columbia
The fastest way to travel from Annapolis to Columbia takes approximately 842 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 5 route options for you.
Fastest Route
842 min
916.5 km
4 transfers
70
201
75
Commuter Rail
Floridian
Departs from:
West ST & Church Cir
Walking:
34 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West ST & Church Cir
2
Take
70
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Light Rail
From West ST & Church Cir
to Baltimore Annapolis Blvd & OAK LN wb
(58 stops, 57 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to B&A Blvd & Maple Ave NW Nb
4
Take
201
Bus
Direction: Cromwell Light Rail Station
From B&A Blvd & Maple Ave NW Nb
to Dorsey Rd & Candlewood Rd
(8 stops, 11 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Candlewood RD & Dorsey Rd
6
Take
75
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Station
From Candlewood RD & Dorsey Rd
to BWI Marshall Marc Station sb
(4 stops, 12 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
8
Take
Commuter Rail
Train
Direction: Washington
From Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
to Washington Union Station
(4 stops, 40 min)
9
Take
Floridian
Train
Direction: Miami
From Washington Union Station
to Columbia Amtrak Station
(9 stops, 637 min)
10
Walk 24 min (1.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Columbia
Public transport stations close to Annapolis
Annapolis is located in Annapolis and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Annapolis:
- Church Circle Annapolis
- Church Circle & School St.
- Church CIR & School St
- Church Circle at Court House
Public transport stations close to Columbia
Columbia is located in Annapolis and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Columbia:
- Assembly & Gervais South
- Assembly Gervais North (Capitol Center)
- Assembly & Senate South
- Main Gervais South
Alternative Route
902 min
936.2 km
3 transfers
70
Citylink Silver
Northeast Regional
Floridian
Departs from:
West ST & Church Cir
Walking:
31 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West ST & Church Cir
2
Take
70
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Light Rail
From West ST & Church Cir
to Hanover ST & Patapsco AVE nb
(84 stops, 81 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Patapsco AVE & Hanover ST wb
4
Take
Citylink Silver
Bus
Direction: Hopkins University
From Patapsco AVE & Hanover ST wb
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
(26 stops, 31 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Baltimore Penn Station
6
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Washington
From Baltimore Penn Station
to Washington Union Station
(1 stops, 45 min)
7
Take
Floridian
Train
Direction: Miami
From Washington Union Station
to Columbia Amtrak Station
(9 stops, 637 min)
8
Walk 24 min (1.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Columbia
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Annapolis to Columbia.
How do I travel from Annapolis to Columbia in Annapolis?
The quickest journey from Annapolis to Columbia takes approximately 842 minutes via the 70 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Columbia from Annapolis?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 902 minutes using the 70 bus line.
Can I get directly from Annapolis to Columbia without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 842 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Annapolis and Columbia?
The 70 line provides bus service between West ST & Church Cir and Columbia Amtrak Station in Annapolis.
What is the journey time from Annapolis to Columbia by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Annapolis to Columbia in Annapolis takes approximately 842 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Annapolis to Columbia?
Board the 70 bus at West ST & Church Cir station, located near Annapolis in Annapolis.
Which station is closest to Columbia?
The nearest stop to Columbia is Columbia Amtrak Station station. Exit here to reach your destination in Annapolis.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.