Address: 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Reviews
Mell R
Dec 22, 2020
When going to new York city take Bestbus.com ..find them in bus parking #29 best safe fast service to new York
Val Pucci
Sep 26, 2020
Beautiful terminal with great amenities, however I would avoid during pandemic. Due to social distancing at local shelters, homeless persons have taken refuge within the station. Seating near gate areas is sparse and mostly occupied by the homeless. There is no designated seating area for ticketed passengers.
I would recommend taking a train during the daytime, or if able connect with an Orange line metro train at its eastern terminus in New Carrollton, MD (served by most Regional trains).
To Amtrak, please consider adding more seating near the gate areas sectioned off for ticketed passengers only (as seen in New York Penn). Homeless is a very complex issue, however measures should be taken to keep paying customers safe.
Peace B
Feb 29, 2020
We went to DC from NYC in a bus so got down at union station. To our surprise the station was splendid.I thought NYC union station was the best so far but this ones not less. The architecture is superb. There are food places too if you have to wait for a train or bus you have all that you need to kill time.Only issue we had was directions to get out of the station as we were going to the Strip of monuments and had hard time getting figuring out the route to get out.
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Questions & Answers
Can you storage your luggage at union station?
Frances Newsom-Lang | Dec 26, 2019
Jordan Gerstein | Dec 27, 2019
Yes you can. There’s also checked luggage service available and red cap service to escort your luggage and you to the train
Are military rates available for tickets in and around the DC, monuments and points of interest?
Mike Penman | Dec 26, 2019
Larry James | Dec 27, 2019
I think so yes
We are arriving at Union Station by way of the MARC. Is there a way to see how far we will need to walk to board the Metro Red Line? Also I will want to go to the main office to buy passes for Seniors.
Wanda Woodall | Dec 26, 2019
Space Man | Dec 27, 2019
Assuming you make it out of Union Station alive it is a short walk to the metro. Depending on what time you arrive you can either ask at the information desk about passes or you can fair your chances with one of the many homeless that inhabit our beautiful train station.
What is the big vent on the wall in the exit area for?
How much does it cost for buses to park overnight at Union Station?
James Hayes | Dec 26, 2019
Nizar Farsakh | Dec 27, 2019
Call them, the info on their website is not always accurate.
There is schuttle from Union Station to Dulles Airport,. What schedule ?
SERVIGEN & ANTOJITOS DEL PERU | Dec 26, 2019
Rob Campbell | Dec 27, 2019
No direct shuttle, taxi, Uber, Lyft.
Are there negotiations with Union Station for the site of the National Women's History Museum?
Harry Mangle | Dec 26, 2019
Rob Campbell | Dec 27, 2019
Negotiations for what?
Are there red caps at union station Washington DC ?
Amy Scott | Oct 26, 2020
bill zeller | Oct 27, 2020
Yes
How much will it cost to go to ocean city for one person
Leyla Ahmed | Dec 26, 2019
Larry James | Dec 27, 2019
Prices always vary. The further in advance you buy the ticket the cheaper it is
I need 1 locker just for 6-7 hours, what's the cost?
Lauren Dinkins | Dec 26, 2019
Timothy Hoffman | Dec 27, 2019
There is a baggage counter near Gate A, $10 per bag for Amtrak ticket holders, $20 without a ticket. There are also two services online claiming to rent space from stores for $1 per hour per small item and $2 per hour for larger items for which you would have to download their app to find locations.
Can we leave our bicycles securely at the station while we take our luggage to the hotel? Then return for our bikes?
Debbie Aurelius-Muir | Dec 26, 2019
Dennis Mallory | Dec 27, 2019
I believe there are bike racks outside. You would need your own lock/chain.
I read that the cell phone waiting area is on the bus level of the parking garage. I was wondering if I am meeting someone arriving by bus, would they be in the same area as the cellphone waiting area and could I just connect with them there?
are there porters to help e with luggage from train to taxi?
marianna noto | Dec 26, 2019
Rob Campbell | Dec 27, 2019
Yes
Where in Union Station do I need to go to board the Thruway Bus?
Susan McIver | Dec 26, 2019
jamari jay | Dec 27, 2019
to catch the Thruway bus, you would need to go upstairs «from the main level» escalators are located near the train boarding area then make your way up to the Bus Terminal
Where do I return an Avis rental car?
Lynette Abel | Dec 26, 2019
John Marganski | Dec 27, 2019
Long walk to Avis
Besides walking what is the best method of transportation to use from Union Station to the National Museum of African American History & Culture? In the group are some seniors that cannot walk that far.
Pan Whiting | Dec 26, 2018
Evelyn | Dec 27, 2018
You can take the DC Circulator (National Mall route) outside Union Station (E St. NE / Columbus circle) which has a stop just in front of the Museum
Full route here: https://www.dccirculator.com/explore/where-we-go/national-mall/
Is there a movie theater at Union Station it feels like I remember seeing one
Michelle Moore | Dec 26, 2018
P. Kirby | Dec 27, 2018
There was one a few years ago but it seems to have closed down, from what I read.
Can u buy mega bus tickets at the station
deshawn overton | Dec 26, 2018
P. Kirby | Dec 27, 2018
Megabus boarding and dropoff is available at the station, so I think you should be able to buy tickets there too. Best to call Megabus to check.
What is the address to that I give an Uber driver to get dropped off to get in the station
Africa Murphy | Dec 26, 2018
P. Kirby | Dec 27, 2018
Any Uber driver in DC will know. There is a main entrance.
Do y’all do currency exchange?
Ayriauna Paden | Dec 26, 2018
P. Kirby | Dec 27, 2018
They do have an exchange at the station: Travelex Currency Services.
Is there parking here? what are the rates to take train to the capitol?
Rachelle Van Linn | Dec 26, 2018
P. Kirby | Dec 27, 2018
Yes, there is parking. As for your other question, if you're asking about a local Metro train to the Capitol, no, there isn't one -- but Union Station is very close to it.
Yes. This question has been answered at least 5 times previously, so if you go back through the answers you'll see one or more saying where you can find the location at the station.
If you look at earlier questions and answers, you'll see this query has come up quite a few other times and been answered yes. I know the specific location came up at least once, though just now I can't remember exactly where it is.