Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Takoma Park travel guide

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You're Going to Love Takoma Park

With a population of 16,715, Takoma Park is a must-see destination in Maryland, United States.

When to visit Takoma Park

Takoma Park in November
Estimated hotel price
$160
1 night at 3-star hotel
Takoma Park in November
Estimated hotel price
$160
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Takoma Park

Plane

When flying to Takoma Park, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Takoma Park from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Takoma Park. The train journey from Takoma Park to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $32 for a 1h 53m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and VA Express Lanes. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 97 km and will cost you around $37. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $75 for a journey of 185 km.

Plane

When flying to Takoma Park, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Takoma Park from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Takoma Park. The train journey from Takoma Park to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $32 for a 1h 53m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and VA Express Lanes. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 97 km and will cost you around $37. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $75 for a journey of 185 km.

Airports near Takoma Park

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Takoma Park

KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,806 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,685 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,442 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,195 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,344 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,066 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,918 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,845 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (850 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Takoma Park

Most booked hotels in Takoma Park

The St. Gregory Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$369+
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Washington Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$270+
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Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$361+
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Yotel Washington DC Formerly Liaison
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$269+
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Hiring a car in Takoma Park

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Takoma Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.08 and $24.11. The most frequently booked car type in Takoma Park is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Takoma Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.08 and $24.11. The most frequently booked car type in Takoma Park is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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