Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Silver Spring travel guide

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You're Going to Love Silver Spring

With a population of 71,452, Silver Spring is a must-see destination in Maryland, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Silver Spring has to offer.

Where to Eat in Silver Spring

If you’re looking for affordable options, All Set Restaurant & Bar (8630 Fenton Street) and Olazzo - Silver Spring (8235 Georgia Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Silver Spring

Silver Spring in February
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Silver Spring in February
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Silver Spring

Plane

When flying to Silver Spring, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Silver Spring departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Silver Spring, followed by Acela. The train journey from Silver Spring to Baltimore takes 0h 37m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Silver Spring is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 6 miles from Silver Spring. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Silver Spring, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Silver Spring takes 170 miles and will cost you around $29. From New York, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Silver Spring Transit Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Silver Spring. Silver Spring Bus Terminal is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Silver Spring, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Silver Spring departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Silver Spring, followed by Acela. The train journey from Silver Spring to Baltimore takes 0h 37m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 53m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Silver Spring is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 6 miles from Silver Spring. You’ll find branches of Turo and Alamo, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Silver Spring, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Silver Spring takes 170 miles and will cost you around $29. From New York, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Silver Spring Transit Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Silver Spring. Silver Spring Bus Terminal is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city center.

Airports near Silver Spring

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FMEFort Meade Tipton

Airlines serving Silver Spring

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
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JetBlue
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Malaysia Airlines
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Where to stay in Silver Spring

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Silver Spring, with prices from $25 to $170 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Silver Spring are about 103% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Silver Spring by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Silver Spring

Most booked hotels in Silver Spring

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Citizenm Washington Dc Capitol
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1675 reviews)
$159+
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Washington Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 4434 reviews)
$160+
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The St. Gregory Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2071 reviews)
$221+
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Hotel Washington
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1314 reviews)
$297+
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Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4851 reviews)
$204+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC Silver Spring
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 607 reviews)
$158+
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Renting a car in Silver Spring

Renting a car in Silver Spring costs $52 per day, on average, or $155 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Silver Spring (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Silver Spring, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Silver Spring costs $52 per day, on average, or $155 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Silver Spring (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Silver Spring, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Silver Spring

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$32/day

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

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