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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 3 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 Miami and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Takoma Park. The train journey from Takoma Park to Baltimore takes 0h 27m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 02m 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 Dollar, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 140 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 270 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 Miami and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Takoma Park. The train journey from Takoma Park to Baltimore takes 0h 27m and costs around $6 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Philadelphia, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 02m 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 Dollar, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Takoma Park, including Greyhound, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Takoma Park takes 140 miles and will cost you around $25. From New York, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Takoma Park

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Airlines serving Takoma Park

KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,954 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,846 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,287 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,590 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,366 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,914 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,324 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,000 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (929 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,910 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (266 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Takoma Park

Most booked hotels in Takoma Park

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Citizenm Washington Dc Capitol
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1759 reviews)
$112+
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Washington Plaza Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 4513 reviews)
$126+
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Hotel Washington
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1374 reviews)
$250+
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Omni Shoreham Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2737 reviews)
$166+
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Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4936 reviews)
$141+
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Yotel Washington DC Formerly Liaison
4 stars
Good (7.9, 3639 reviews)
$149+
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Renting a car in Takoma Park

Renting a car in Takoma Park costs $66 per day, on average, or $198 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. 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, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Takoma Park costs $66 per day, on average, or $198 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. 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, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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