Transfer to/from - Washington National airport (DCA)

Transportation

Ride-sharing

Uber, Lyft and ALTO pick up their passengers on the third outer curb of Terminal 1, outside the baggage claim level of Terminal 2, and in front of the rental car center shuttle stop. Pick-up locations are marked with green flags.

Metro

Metrorail (Tel +1 202 637 7000) has a station connected by bridges to the Departures level of Terminal 2, providing easy access to locations throughout Washington, Virginia and Maryland.

- Blue Line: Franconia-Springfield, Pentagon, Rosslyn, Metro Center, L'Enfant Plaza, Stadium-Armory, Downtown Largo.

- Yellow Line: Huntington, Pentagon, L'Enfant Plaza, Gallery Place, Mt Vernon Square.

Fares vary between USD2.00 and USD6.00, and travel time to downtown is 10-15 minutes. Metro cards can be purchased at machines located next to the entrance of any Metrorail station. Services operate Monday to Friday from 5:00 am to 1:00 am, Saturdays from 7:00 am to 1:00 am and Sundays from 7:00 am to 12:00 am.

Schedules and routes

Rent a Car

Taxi

Service operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and stops are located outside the baggage claim areas. There are also attendants at these points to accommodate passengers. All vehicles are metered. The ride to downtown takes 15-30 minutes and costs around USD14.00-27.00, while to Dulles Airport it is USD67.00. More information: Tel +1 703 417 0981.

Accessible taxis for wheelchair users are also available. It is suggested to contact the company 24 hours in advance at Tel +1 703 417 4333 to ensure a vehicle is waiting upon the passenger's arrival.

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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