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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Takoma Park has to offer.

When to visit Takoma Park

Takoma Park in November
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Takoma Park in November
Estimated hotel price
$96
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 center. The shortest domestic flight to Takoma Park departs from South Bend and takes around 1h 40m.

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 $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 55m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Takoma Park is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 5 miles from Takoma Park. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Washington Deluxe, Peter Pan Bus Lines and VA Express Lanes. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 60 miles and will cost you around $22. From Charlottesville, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 175 miles.

Plane

When flying to Takoma Park, you’ll arrive at Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Takoma Park departs from South Bend and takes around 1h 40m.

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 $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 55m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Takoma Park is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 5 miles from Takoma Park. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Washington Deluxe, Peter Pan Bus Lines and VA Express Lanes. From Baltimore, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 60 miles and will cost you around $22. From Charlottesville, the ticket costs about $48 for a journey of 175 miles.

Airports near Takoma Park

Airlines serving Takoma Park

KLM
Good (1,327 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,767 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,673 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,435 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,666 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,200 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,553 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,335 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,139 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,065 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,269 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,882 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,837 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,193 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (961 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,288 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (849 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,926 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (253 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Takoma Park

Most booked hotels in Takoma Park

Citizenm Washington Dc Capitol
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1652 reviews)
$151+
The St. Gregory Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2062 reviews)
$226+
Hotel Washington
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1286 reviews)
$264+
Washington Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 4416 reviews)
$161+
Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4817 reviews)
$220+
Yotel Washington DC Formerly Liaison
4 stars
Excellent (8, 3508 reviews)
$168+

Renting a car in Takoma Park

Renting a car in Takoma Park costs $49 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Takoma Park (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. 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 Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Takoma Park costs $49 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Takoma Park (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. 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 Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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