Accommodation & Transportation
Airport to City Transport
From Dulles (IAD) to Downtown DC:
Silver Line Metro: The most economical option. Take the Silver Line from IAD to downtown DC stations. Travel time approximately 50-60 minutes.
Washington Flyer Silver Line Express Bus: Connects the airport to Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station. From there, take the Silver Line into DC.
Taxi/Rideshare: Convenient but more expensive, costing approximately £45-60. Travel time 35-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Shared shuttle services: Pre-bookable and more economical than taxis.
Metro schedule: www.wmata.com
From BWI to Downtown DC:
MARC Train: Affordable service from BWI Rail Station to Union Station in DC. Requires a free shuttle from the airport to the BWI Rail Station.
Amtrak: More expensive but faster than MARC, running from BWI Rail Station to Union Station.
Metro Bus B30: Connects BWI to the Greenbelt Metro Station (Green Line).
Taxi/Rideshare: Most expensive option at approximately £60-80, with travel time of 45-75 minutes.
From Reagan National (DCA) to Downtown DC:
Metro: The most convenient option. Yellow and Blue lines connect directly from the airport to downtown stations. Travel time 15-25 minutes.
Taxi/Rideshare: Short trip of about 15-20 minutes to downtown, costing approximately £15-25.
Walking: Possible to some Crystal City hotels that are within walking distance.
Where to Stay
Book accommodation well in advance during the NFL season. Consider these areas:
Navy Yard: Growing entertainment district with good Metro access
Capitol Hill: Historic area close to attractions with Metro connections
Downtown: Central location with excellent public transport links
Editor's Recommendation - Georgetown
Georgetown is an excellent choice for UK visitors attending Commanders games. This historic neighbourhood offers:
Charming cobblestone streets and colonial architecture that will feel familiar to UK visitors
Excellent dining and shopping options along M Street and Wisconsin Avenue
Easy access to the rest of DC via bus connections and rideshare services
A lively, walkable area with beautiful waterfront views along the Potomac
Browse Georgetown Hotels on TripAdvisor
Other Useful Accommodation Links:
Hotels near Northwest Stadium - Hotels.com listings for accommodations close to the stadium
Hotels for Sports Fans in DC - Official DC tourism site recommendations for sports enthusiasts
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