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 September
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel
Takoma Park in September
Estimated hotel price
$156
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 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Takoma Park from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Takoma Park, followed by Acela. The train journey from Takoma Park to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $20 for a 2h 06m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Bus and Greyhound. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 45 miles and will cost you around $36. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 60 miles.

Plane

When flying to Takoma Park, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Takoma Park from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 01m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Takoma Park, followed by Acela. The train journey from Takoma Park to Baltimore takes 0h 28m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $20 for a 2h 06m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Bus and Greyhound. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 45 miles and will cost you around $36. From Baltimore, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 60 miles.

Airports near Takoma Park

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Takoma Park

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,508 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,037 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,012 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,429 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,288 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,570 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,056 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,259 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,057 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (279 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,111 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Takoma Park

Most booked hotels in Takoma Park

Washington Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Omni Shoreham Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$240+
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Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$173+
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Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$224+
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Yotel Washington DC Formerly Liaison
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$165+
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Hiring a car in Takoma Park

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.19 and $25.58. Mini (Chrysler Town & Country or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Takoma Park, while also 91% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.19 and $25.58. Mini (Chrysler Town & Country or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Takoma Park, while also 91% cheaper than other types, on average.