How to get from Arlington to Pontiac
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Pontiac takes approximately 1041 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
1041 min
1,006.3 km
5 transfers
O
R
Floridian
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
461
450
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 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 Toledo
(9 stops, 767 min)
7
Take
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Bus
Direction: East Lansing
From Toledo
to Detroit
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Woodward & Baltimore Milwaukee
9
Take
461
Bus
Direction: Troy Park & Ride via Somerset
From Woodward & Baltimore Milwaukee
to S Woodward @ 14 Mile
(10 stops, 29 min)
10
Take
450
Bus
Direction: Pontiac
From S Woodward @ 14 Mile
to Downtown Pontiac
(30 stops, 22 min)
11
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Pontiac
Public transport stations close to Arlington
Arlington is located in Pontiac 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 Pontiac
Pontiac is located in Pontiac and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Pontiac:
- Pontiac Amtrak Station
Bus stations close to Pontiac:
- S Perry & E Pike
- Perry & University
- Pontiac Police Wb
- Huron & Woodward
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Pontiac.
How do I travel from Arlington to Pontiac in Pontiac?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Pontiac takes approximately 1041 minutes via the O subway service.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Pontiac without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1041 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Pontiac?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Downtown Pontiac in Pontiac.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Pontiac by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Pontiac in Pontiac takes approximately 1041 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Pontiac?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Pontiac.
Which station is closest to Pontiac?
The nearest stop to Pontiac is Downtown Pontiac station. Exit here to reach your destination in Pontiac.
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.