How to get from Alexandria to Ellicott City
The fastest way to travel from Alexandria to Ellicott City takes approximately 239 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 5 route options for you.
From Alexandria to Ellicott City
Fastest Route
239 min
100.6 km
5 transfers
F19
D20
Marc
77
505
405
Departs from:
S Washington St+King St
Walking:
20 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take
F19
Bus
Direction: North to Potomac Park
From S Washington St+King St
to 14 St Nw+New York Av Nw
(8 stops, 26 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to H St Nw+14 St Nw
4
Take
D20
Bus
Direction: East to Minnesota Av
From H St Nw+14 St Nw
to H St Ne+Union Station Garage
(5 stops, 15 min)
5
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station Marc Washington
6
Take
Marc
Train
Direction: Baltimore
From Union Station Marc Washington
to West Baltimore Marc nb
(4 stops, 45 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West Baltimore Marc Station BAY 1
8
Take
77
Bus
Direction: Catonsville
From West Baltimore Marc Station BAY 1
to Rolling RD & Geipe RD nb
(44 stops, 30 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 Alexandria
Alexandria is located in Ellicott City and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Alexandria:
- S Washington St+King St
- King St + N Washington St
- N Washington St+King St
- King St + S Washington St
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:
- Welcome Center (East Bound)
- Welcome Center (West Bound)
- Main Street (East Bound)
- Main Street (West Bound)
Alternative Route
205 min
98.5 km
6 transfers
A12
Y
R
Commuter Rail
32
505
405
Departs from:
S Washington St+King St
Walking:
30 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take
A12
Bus
Direction: North to Ballston
From S Washington St+King St
to Braddock Rd+Bay A
(5 stops, 9 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform
4
Take
Y
Subway
Direction: Greenbelt
From Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform
to Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform
(7 stops, 18 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platform
6
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platform
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
(1 stops, 3 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
8
Take
Commuter Rail
Train
Direction: Baltimore
From Washington Union Station
to Halethorpe
(5 stops, 44 min)
9
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
to Winans AVE & Potomac AVE nb
10
Take
32
Bus
Direction: Catonsville
From Winans AVE & Potomac AVE nb
to Rolling Rd & Baltimore National Pike
(20 stops, 30 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Walmart at Catonsville
12
Take
505
Bus
Direction: Mall in Columbia
From Walmart at Catonsville
to Walmart at Ellicott City
(6 stops, 13 min)
13
Take
405
Bus
Direction: Pine Orchard Lane
From Walmart at Ellicott City
to Historic Ellicott City (Lot F)
(8 stops, 7 min)
14
Walk 8 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Ellicott City
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Alexandria to Ellicott City.
How do I travel from Alexandria to Ellicott City in Ellicott City?
The quickest journey from Alexandria to Ellicott City takes approximately 239 minutes via the F19 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Ellicott City from Alexandria?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 205 minutes using the A12 bus line.
Can I get directly from Alexandria to Ellicott City without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 239 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Alexandria and Ellicott City?
The F19 line provides bus service between S Washington St+King St and Historic Ellicott City (Lot F) in Ellicott City.
What is the journey time from Alexandria to Ellicott City by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Alexandria to Ellicott City in Ellicott City takes approximately 239 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Alexandria to Ellicott City?
Board the F19 bus at S Washington St+King St station, located near Alexandria 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.