How to get from Arlington to Charles Town
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Charles Town takes approximately 227 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
227 min
152.8 km
3 transfers
O
R
Floridian
Route 20
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
16 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 Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
(4 stops, 10 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
to Rockville, Red Line Center Platform
(11 stops, 28 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Rockville Amtrak
6
Take
Floridian
Train
Direction: Chicago
From Rockville Amtrak
to Martinsburg Amtrak Station
(1 stops, 76 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Caperton Station
8
Take
Route 20
Bus
Direction: Gabes
From Caperton Station
to Charles Wash Hall
(7 stops, 47 min)
9
Walk 1 min
✓
Arrive at Charles Town
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Charles Town 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 Charles Town
Charles Town is located in Charles Town and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Charles Town:
- Charles Town City Hall
- Charles Town Crt House Wash St
- Charles Town Court House
- Charles Washington Hall
Alternative Route
145 min
107.4 km
3 transfers
S
R
Marc
Route 20
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
S
Subway
Direction: Largo
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
(4 stops, 10 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
to Rockville, Red Line Center Platform
(11 stops, 28 min)
5
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
to Rockville Marc wb
6
Take
Marc
Train
Direction: Martinsburg
From Rockville Marc wb
to Harpers Ferry W VA Marc wb
(6 stops, 52 min)
7
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Harpers Ferry
8
Take
Route 20
Bus
Direction: Gabes
From Harpers Ferry
to Charles Town Crt House Wash St
(1 stops, 25 min)
9
Walk 0 min
✓
Arrive at Charles Town
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Charles Town.
How do I travel from Arlington to Charles Town in Charles Town?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Charles Town takes approximately 227 minutes via the O subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Charles Town from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 145 minutes using the S subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Charles Town without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 227 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Charles Town?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Charles Wash Hall in Charles Town.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Charles Town by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Charles Town in Charles Town takes approximately 227 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Charles Town?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Charles Town.
Which station is closest to Charles Town?
The nearest stop to Charles Town is Charles Wash Hall station. Exit here to reach your destination in Charles Town.
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.