How to get from Arlington to Carlisle
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Carlisle takes approximately 533 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use subway, bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
From Arlington to Carlisle
Fastest Route
533 min
451.9 km
5 transfers
S
Flixbus N2601
L1 Owl
Keystone Service
D
C
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
20 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take
S
Subway
Direction: Largo
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
(2 stops, 6 min)
3
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Arlington (Rosslyn)
4
Take
Flixbus N2601
Bus
Direction: New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
From Arlington (Rosslyn)
to Philadelphia
(2 stops, 210 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 2nd St & Green St
6
Take
L1 Owl
Bus
Direction: 69th St Transit Center
From 2nd St & Green St
to Market St & 30th St - Fs
(6 stops, 21 min)
7
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Philadelphia
8
Take
Keystone Service
Train
Direction: Harrisburg
From Philadelphia
to Harrisburg
(10 stops, 110 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Chestnut St & S 4th St
10
Take
D
Bus
Direction: D Lower Allen Commons
From Chestnut St & S 4th St
to City Island (North Side Shelter)
(1 stops, 3 min)
11
Take
C
Bus
Direction: C Carlisle via Brackbill
From City Island (North Side Shelter)
to Hanover St & High St (Carlisle Courthous
(33 stops, 65 min)
12
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Carlisle
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Arlington:
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
Bus stations close to Arlington:
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
- Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs
Public transport stations close to Carlisle
Carlisle is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Carlisle:
- Hanover St & High St (Carlisle Courthous
- N Hanover St & Louther St Eb
- N Hanover St & Louther St Wb
- N Hanover St & North St Eb
Alternative Route
411 min
425.4 km
4 transfers
O
Northeast Regional
Keystone Service
39
C
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
11 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take
O
Subway
Direction: New Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
(19 stops, 39 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton Amtrak Station
4
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: New York
From New Carrollton Amtrak Station
to Philadelphia
(4 stops, 105 min)
5
Take
Keystone Service
Train
Direction: Harrisburg
From Philadelphia
to Harrisburg
(9 stops, 108 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Chestnut St & S 4th St
7
Take
39
Bus
Direction: 39 Transfer Center
From Chestnut St & S 4th St
to Market Square Transfer Center
8
Take
C
Bus
Direction: C Carlisle
From Market Square Transfer Center
to Hanover St & High St (Carlisle Courthous
(32 stops, 60 min)
9
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Carlisle
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Carlisle.
How do I travel from Arlington to Carlisle in Arlington?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Carlisle takes approximately 533 minutes via the S subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Carlisle from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 411 minutes using the O subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Carlisle without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 533 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Carlisle?
The S line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Hanover St & High St (Carlisle Courthous in Arlington.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Carlisle by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Carlisle in Arlington takes approximately 533 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Carlisle?
Board the S subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Arlington.
Which station is closest to Carlisle?
The nearest stop to Carlisle is Hanover St & High St (Carlisle Courthous station. Exit here to reach your destination in Arlington.
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.