Amtrak's Reagan Airport Stop: What You Need To Know

There are a number of ways to get from Reagan Washington National Airport to AMTRAK WAY & AVIATION BLVD, including by subway, train, taxi, car, or town car. There is no direct train from the airport to AMTRAK WAY & AVIATION BLVD, but there are services that involve taking the subway to Washington Union Station and then transferring to a train. This journey takes approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. Alternatively, travellers can take a taxi, which takes around 45 minutes, or drive themselves, which takes a similar amount of time.

Transport options to Reagan Airport

There are several transport options for getting to Reagan National Airport (DCA). The closest metro station to the airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, which is served by the blue and yellow lines. The station is connected to Terminal 2 by a covered moving walkway, and there is also a free shuttle bus service operating between the terminals.

There are also several private shuttle services operating to and from the airport, including DCAcar, which offers a range of vehicles, from sedans to 32-passenger minibuses. Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft are also available, as well as taxi services.

If you are driving to the airport, it is recommended that you book parking in advance as spaces are limited for customers without reservations.

Metrorail station at Reagan Airport

The Metrorail station at Reagan National Airport is easily accessible by Metro. The Washington, DC Metrorail system has an elevated Metrorail station connected to the concourse level of Terminals B and C, and a short walk to Terminal A.

The Metrorail station is connected directly to Metro's Yellow and Blue Lines. To get to the station from the airport, follow the signs to the covered walkways. To get to the airport from the Metrorail station, use the covered walkway to take you into the terminal.

The station is also fully accessible via elevators. From the train platform, the elevator is located in the centre. There is a sloped sidewalk at ground level that connects to both pedestrian bridges.

To get to the Metrorail station from Terminal B or C, use either of the two enclosed pedestrian bridges on the concourse level that connect directly to the station. To get to Terminals B or C from the Metrorail station, go to the north or south end of the train platform, respectively, and exit the station via the pedestrian bridge, which connects directly to the concourse level.

To get to the Metrorail station from Terminal A, exit the terminal to the streetside curb and board any "Airport Shuttle" bus. At the stops for Terminal B/C or Parking Garages B and C, access an enclosed bridge that connects to the Metrorail station. To get to Terminal A from the Metrorail station, go to the south end of the train platform and exit the station towards the parking garage. To walk, use the pedestrian bridge to connect to the concourse level. Walk south using the connector to Terminal A. Alternatively, take the elevator or stairway down to the street level and board any "Airport Shuttle" bus.

Train travel to Reagan Airport

There are a few options for train travel to Reagan Airport. Firstly, it is important to note that there is no direct train from Reagan Washington Airport to AMTRAK WAY & AVIATION BLVD. However, travellers can take a subway and train, which takes approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes, and costs between $6 and $350. This involves taking the subway from RONALD REAGAN WASHINGTON NATIONAL AIRPORT, YELLOW/BLUE LINE TRACK 1 PLATFORM to Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Green/Yellow Line Centre Platform, and then taking a train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshall.

Another option is to take a taxi, which is the fastest way to get to AMTRAK WAY & AVIATION BLVD, taking around 45 minutes, but is also the most expensive option, costing between $110 and $140. Driving is another alternative, which is the cheapest option, costing between $6 and $10, and taking around 45 minutes.

For those travelling from further afield, it is possible to take a train from Alexandria to BWI Thurgood Marshall, which is operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional and takes 1 hour and 21 minutes. This train runs every four hours.

Reagan Washington National Airport is served by the Washington, DC Metrorail system, with an elevated Metrorail station connected to the concourse level of Terminal 2. This provides easy and affordable access to locations throughout Washington, Virginia, and Maryland. The station has two platforms: Blue Line and Yellow Line, which are side platforms. The airport is also connected directly to Metro's Yellow and Blue Lines, with covered walkways providing easy access to the station and terminal.

Taxi travel to Reagan Airport

Terminal 1

Exit through the doors at baggage claim and turn right. The taxi stand is located on the curb closest to the terminal.

Terminal 2

Proceed to the baggage claim lower level (level one). Walk indoors and exit through Doors 5 or 6, then head outside to the terminal curbside, where the taxi dispatch location is clearly marked.

Taxi Operators

Alexandria Yellow Cab and Yellow Cab Co of DC are two of the available taxi companies at Reagan Airport. All taxis are licensed, inspected, and have taxi meters. They also accept cash or credit cards and provide receipts.

Approximate Fares

There is a $3 fee for trips from the airport, with each additional mile costing $2.16. A ride to downtown Washington, D.C., costs around $15 to $20.

Wheelchair-Accessible Taxis

Accessible taxis are available for passengers who request the service. It is recommended to book at least 24 hours in advance by contacting the taxicab dispatch office at 703-417-4333.

Driving to Reagan Airport

Driving directions to Reagan Airport will depend on where you are coming from. Here are some directions for driving to the airport from several locations:

From Richmond and Points South:

Take I-95 North to I-395 North. Take exit 10 (GW Parkway South); Take the Airport Exit.

From Manassas and Points West:

Take I-66 East, then Route 110 South to Route 1 South. Take the Airport Exit.

From Baltimore and Prince George's County:

Take I-95 South over Woodrow Wilson Bridge; then take Route 1 North. Take the Airport Exit.

From Frederick & Montgomery Counties:

Take I-270South/ Washington, DC to I-495 South/ Northern Virginia; then take the GW Parkway South. Take the Airport Exit.

From Washington, DC:

Take I-395 South, then the GW Parkway South. Take the Airport Exit.

From Arlington, Washington DC:

Take the George Washington Parkway from Reagan over to Rosslyn and get on 66 West.

From Alexandria:

Take Jefferson Davis Highway (Route 1) heading towards Alexandria. Turn right onto South Glebe Road (Route 120) heading north. Continue on South Glebe Road (which becomes North Glebe Road when you cross over Arlington Blvd (Route 50)). Pass the Ballston Mall/Kettler Ice Center on the right. Get into the left lanes as you approach Fairfax Drive, which is where you will exit onto I-66 West. Turn out of the left-hand lanes to get onto I-66 West.

From Route 1:

Stay in the left lanes. You will see a sign that says Route 110 North, Memorial Bridge, Rosslyn. Follow Route 110 a few miles and take the exit for I-66 West.

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