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Towson travel guide

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You're Going to Love Towson

With a population of 55,197, Towson is a must-see destination in Maryland, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Towson deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Towson

If you’re looking for affordable options, Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill - Towson (825 Dulaney Valley Road, Ste 1157) and Cafe Troia (31 Allegheny Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Towson

Towson in January
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Towson in January
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Towson in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 4.6″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Towson, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to Towson

Plane

Although Towson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fort Meade Tipton (FME), which is located 23 miles from Towson. The shortest domestic flight to Towson departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Towson, followed by Acela. The train journey from Towson 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 Towson is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 167 miles from Towson. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Towson, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Towson takes 170 miles and will cost you around $29. From New York, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 195 miles. Towson’s bus station is located 1.9 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Towson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Fort Meade Tipton (FME), which is located 23 miles from Towson. The shortest domestic flight to Towson departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Towson, followed by Acela. The train journey from Towson 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 Towson is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 167 miles from Towson. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Towson, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and CoachRun. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Towson takes 170 miles and will cost you around $29. From New York, the ticket costs about $40 for a journey of 195 miles. Towson’s bus station is located 1.9 miles from the city center.

Airports near Towson

FDKFrederick
FMEFort Meade Tipton

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Air Canada
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Where to stay in popular areas of Towson

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Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 900 reviews)
$224+
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Hampton Inn Towson Downtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 71 reviews)
$144+
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Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2376 reviews)
$187+
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Express Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 140 reviews)
$75+
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Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 984 reviews)
$151+
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Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1590 reviews)
$139+
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Renting a car in Towson

Renting a car in Towson costs $65 per day, on average, or $130 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Baltimore/Washington.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Towson (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 Towson is Standard (Class Standard Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Towson costs $65 per day, on average, or $130 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Baltimore/Washington.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Towson (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 Towson is Standard (Class Standard Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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