How to get from Arlington to Elkton
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Elkton takes approximately 253 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
253 min
184.9 km
3 transfers
O
Northeast Regional
033
New
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
23 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 Newark Amtrak
(2 stops, 71 min)
5
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to S College AVE @ OP Ritter Ln
6
Take
033
Bus
Direction: 33 Newark Hub
From S College AVE @ OP Ritter Ln
to S Main ST @ Park & Shop Shopping Ctr
(4 stops, 3 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Green Turtle - Rt 279
8
Take
New
Bus
Direction: 200 Chesapeake Blvd
From Green Turtle - Rt 279
to Union Hospital
(7 stops, 24 min)
9
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Elkton
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
Alternative Route
209 min
223.7 km
5 transfers
S
R
Acela
018
006
New
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
26 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: New Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
(6 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
4
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
(2 stops, 4 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take
Acela
Train
Direction: Boston
From Washington Union Station
to Wilmington
(1 stops, 73 min)
7
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to 2ND ST @ King St
8
Take
018
Bus
Direction: 18 Pike Creek
From 2ND ST @ King St
to 2ND ST @ Lincoln St
(8 stops, 6 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Union ST @ 2ND St
10
Take
006
Bus
Direction: 6 Newark Hub
From Union ST @ 2ND St
to Newark Transit HUB (Farmer Lane)
(49 stops, 41 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Newark Transit Hub
12
Take
New
Bus
Direction: 200 Chesapeake Blvd
From Newark Transit Hub
to Union Hospital
(10 stops, 30 min)
13
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Elkton
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Elkton.
How do I travel from Arlington to Elkton in Arlington?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Elkton takes approximately 253 minutes via the O subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Elkton from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 209 minutes using the S subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Elkton without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 253 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Elkton?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Union Hospital in Arlington.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Elkton by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Elkton in Arlington takes approximately 253 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Elkton?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Arlington.
Which station is closest to Elkton?
The nearest stop to Elkton is Union Hospital 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.