Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Getting Around

How to get to and from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at BWI

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is connected to Baltimore and the wider United States transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Rail & Metro

MARC commuter trains (Penn Line, and the weekday-only Camden Line) and Amtrak both stop at BWI Rail Station, which is a separate building connected to the terminal by a free shuttle bus (about 10 minutes) rather than a direct walkway — budget the extra transfer time.

Bus & Shuttle

The Baltimore Light RailLink has a BWI stop reached the same way, via the free shuttle bus, plus local MTA bus routes connect to nearby Maryland communities.

Taxi

Available curbside at each terminal door.

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft pick up from a designated curbside area, clearly signed outside baggage claim.

Car Rental

A large consolidated rental car facility, a short shuttle ride from the terminal, houses all the major companies.

Insider tip

If you're taking MARC/Amtrak or the Light Rail, remember the rail station isn't inside the terminal — you need the free shuttle bus first, so add 10–15 minutes to whatever the train schedule shows.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from BWI to Baltimore in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at BWI

Exploring United States beyond Baltimore? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.

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Ground Transport Tips for BWI

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. Baltimore city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for Baltimore before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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