Washington to Baltimore by bus
Baltimore lies 57 km (36 mi) north-east of Washington, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 17 min including stops, over roughly 70 km (43 mi) of road.
| Washington | Baltimore | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 689,545 | 585,708 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 35 m (115 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 20001–56972 | 21201–21298 |
Where to book buses from Washington to Baltimore
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Staying in Baltimore
Our booking partner lists 257 places to stay in Baltimore. Of the 165 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (87), and 5 are five-star. Across 77 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 66,519 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Baltimore from Washington?
57 km (36 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Washington; by road roughly 70 km (43 mi).
How long does it take to get from Washington to Baltimore by bus?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Washington and Baltimore?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where can I stay in Baltimore?
Our booking partner lists 257 places to stay in Baltimore, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.