How to get from Arlington to Towson
The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Towson takes approximately 128 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 7 route options for you.
Fastest Route
128 min
88.7 km
3 transfers
O
Northeast Regional
Citylink Silver
Citylink Red
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
14 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 Baltimore Penn Station
(1 stops, 34 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
6
Take
Citylink Silver
Bus
Direction: Morgan State Univ
From Charles ST & Penn Station nb
to 33rd ST & OLD York RD fs eb
(7 stops, 13 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Greenmount AVE & Gorsuch AVE nb
8
Take
Citylink Red
Bus
Direction: Towson Town Center
From Greenmount AVE & Gorsuch AVE nb
to York RD & Pennsylvania AVE nb
(26 stops, 23 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Towson
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
Public transport stations close to Towson
Towson is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Towson:
- W. Pennsylvania Ave at York Rd (Wb)
- York Rd at E. Pennsylvania Ave (Nb)
- York Rd. at W Pennsylvania Ave.
- York RD & Pennsylvania AVE nb
Alternative Route
140 min
90.6 km
2 transfers
O
Northeast Regional
Citylink Green
Departs from:
Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking:
14 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 Baltimore Penn Station
(1 stops, 34 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
6
Take
Citylink Green
Bus
Direction: Towson Town Center
From Charles ST & Penn Station nb
to Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb
(41 stops, 39 min)
7
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Towson
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Towson.
How do I travel from Arlington to Towson in Arlington?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Towson takes approximately 128 minutes via the O subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Towson from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 140 minutes using the O subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Towson without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 128 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Towson?
The O line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and York RD & Pennsylvania AVE nb in Arlington.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Towson by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Towson in Arlington takes approximately 128 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Towson?
Board the O subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Arlington.
Which station is closest to Towson?
The nearest stop to Towson is York RD & Pennsylvania AVE nb 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.