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Living in Washington DC near Union Station and commuting to Quantico?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on May 12th, 2012
Question by Paul W: Living in Washington DC near Union Station and commuting to Quantico?
I noticed the EARLIEST the Virginia Rail Express leaves DC’s Union station is 0730, and arrives at Quantico at 0835. The next train doesn’t leave Union station until 1055!! However, for those living in Quantico for DC, trains leave every 30 minutes or so starting at 0515! Needless to say, I am very disappointed in the train schedule out of DC in the morning, particularly that the earliest it would get me to work is 0835. However, I am guessing car traffic from DC to Quantico must be pretty light for the schedule to be the way it is. I would appreciate any insights to the traffic situation from DC to Quantico in the AM. Is it a nightmare? Any suggestions? When should I leave DC so I don’t stare at brake lights the whole way? Please realize I do not live in DC now, and am trying to make some preliminary decisions before I arrive. Thanks!
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Answer by Bob
The primary commuting direction from the south is north towards DC, Northern VA and suburban MD. Going south from DC is the reverse commute and even that can be heavy until one gets south of Ft. Belvoir. I have always avoided I-95 during the AM/PM rush hours due to the aggressive driving and general rudeness; however, I’ve made it from the Mixing Bowl to the Quantico Exit in 15-20 minutes most of the time. If one is at the Mixing Bowl by 7 AM, one should be at Quantico before 7:30 AM.
VRE may add another southbound train when demand calls for it and the VRE management is usually responsive to commuter questions.
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How can I reach Union sq in Washington DC coming from Grand central Station in New York using Bus or train?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on April 11th, 2012
Question by Sherin G: How can I reach Union sq in Washington DC coming from Grand central Station in New York using Bus or train?
I am a Tourist staying in New York City and want to visit Washington for one day and come back to New York. The Tour company will take me from Union Sq in Washington DC. How can I go there? I need the fastest method from Grand Central Station in New York.
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Answer by rlawr52
2 choices- Amtrak or bus
for Amtrak- take cab to Penn Station
schedule and fares amtrak.com
Bus is much cheaper but can take a longer in traffic times…
check busjunction.com
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How reliable is the Washington DC Metrobus Route B30 that runs from BWI airport to the Greenbelt station?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on March 23rd, 2012
Question by aswingmale71: How reliable is the Washington DC Metrobus Route B30 that runs from BWI airport to the Greenbelt station?
Does it oftentimes get tied up in many highway traffic jams causing big delays? Im thinking of using it on a late Friday morning and a late Monday morning.
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Answer by Aviator_Warrior
Just as reliable as any other in the Metro DC area … thanks for the 2 points
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Which Amtrak station in San Francisco is closest to the San Francisco Airport?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about San Francisco on February 21st, 2012
Question by Mrs. Huff: Which Amtrak station in San Francisco is closest to the San Francisco Airport?
The stations in San Francisco are: Ferry Building, Financial Center, Moscone Center, Pennisula Line, Union Square and Fisherman’s Wharf
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Answer by daniswired
None, really. You’ll need to stop at the one closest to BART, and it will take you right to the airport.
check out 511.org for more info.
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Q&A: Restaurants at Union Station in Washington DC?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on February 12th, 2012
Question by collard greens with hash browns: Restaurants at Union Station in Washington DC?
thinking about taking a day trip to the MLK memorial at the National Mall. are there any restaurants in and around union station in dc that are open 24 hours a day?
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Answer by Adam
There are no 24-hour restaurants in that area; it’s very quiet around there at night since the area is mostly offices. Some of the fast-food places in Union Station (like McDonalds) have pretty late hours (I think 5AM – midnight). If you’re going to be arriving earlier (or later) than that I would bring some food along.
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suggestion for a good transit hotel between chennai central rly station and international airport.?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Singapore on December 7th, 2011
Question by JAGANNATH M: suggestion for a good transit hotel between chennai central rly station and international airport.?
am looking for a good budget hotel, located between chennai central rly station and the international airport. arriving by train and have five hours to freshen up and take the flight to singapore
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Answer by Living_Like_Zombie
try plamgrove…
http://www.ballalgrouphotels.com/index.asp?name=palm
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Q&A: What is the best method to travel from Union station, Washington, DC to the Washington Dulles Int. Airport?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on November 16th, 2011
Question by ann: What is the best method to travel from Union station, Washington, DC to the Washington Dulles Int. Airport?
How long does it take to travel the distance…in the most safest method?
Which is the best method..and how long does it take to travel the distance?
If i choose the Airport limo, what will be the cost?
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Answer by deedee007
airport limo service may be your best best. i guestimate travel time to be about 40 min. could you possibly use Reagan Nat’l instead of Dulles?
NOTE: When I said airport limo I was referring to Super Shuttle. Hope this helps
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Can you name a few good restaurants in Washington DC? Within walking distance to a metro station.?
Posted by Mostafa Safavi in All about Washington D.C. on September 17th, 2011
Question by Peggy R: Can you name a few good restaurants in Washington DC? Within walking distance to a metro station.?
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Answer by plain jane
Peggy, you posted this same question 3 minutes ago…I answered the first posting…check it out!
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