How to get from Arlington to Ellicott City
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Ellicott City takes approximately 214 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 5 route options for you.
Fastest Route
214 min
117.1 km
5 transfers
O
Northeast Regional
75
32
505
405
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
22 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: Boston
From New Carrollton Amtrak Station
to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to BWI Marshall Marc Station sb
6
Take
75
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Station
From BWI Marshall Marc Station sb
to Annapolis RD & Patapsco AVE nb
(28 stops, 35 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Annapolis RD & Patapsco AVE fs sb
8
Take
32
Bus
Direction: Catonsville
From Annapolis RD & Patapsco AVE fs sb
to Rolling Rd & Baltimore National Pike
(29 stops, 49 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Walmart at Catonsville
10
Take
505
Bus
Direction: Mall in Columbia
From Walmart at Catonsville
to Walmart at Ellicott City
(6 stops, 13 min)
11
Take
405
Bus
Direction: Pine Orchard Lane
From Walmart at Ellicott City
to Historic Ellicott City (Lot F)
(8 stops, 7 min)
12
Walk 8 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Ellicott City
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Ellicott City 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 Ellicott City
Ellicott City is located in Ellicott City and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Ellicott City:
- Historic Ellicott City (Lot F)
- Ellicott Mills Dr / Milltowne Dr (Southbound)
- Ellicott Mills Dr / Milltowne Dr (Northbound)
Alternative Route
199 min
93.7 km
4 transfers
O
Commuter Rail
32
505
405
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
30 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
Commuter Rail
Train
Direction: Baltimore
From New Carrollton Amtrak Station
to Halethorpe
(4 stops, 32 min)
5
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
to Winans AVE & Potomac AVE nb
6
Take
32
Bus
Direction: Catonsville
From Winans AVE & Potomac AVE nb
to Rolling Rd & Baltimore National Pike
(20 stops, 30 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Walmart at Catonsville
8
Take
505
Bus
Direction: Mall in Columbia
From Walmart at Catonsville
to Walmart at Ellicott City
(6 stops, 13 min)
9
Take
405
Bus
Direction: Pine Orchard Lane
From Walmart at Ellicott City
to Historic Ellicott City (Lot F)
(8 stops, 7 min)
10
Walk 8 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Ellicott City
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Ellicott City.
How do I travel from Arlington to Ellicott City in Ellicott City?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Ellicott City takes approximately 214 minutes via the O subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Ellicott City from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 199 minutes using the O subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Ellicott City without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 214 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Ellicott City?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Historic Ellicott City (Lot F) in Ellicott City.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Ellicott City by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Ellicott City in Ellicott City takes approximately 214 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Ellicott City?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Ellicott City.
Which station is closest to Ellicott City?
The nearest stop to Ellicott City is Historic Ellicott City (Lot F) station. Exit here to reach your destination in Ellicott City.
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.