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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport
The guide was updated:The BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is located about a half-hour drive south of downtown Baltimore and about 35 miles north of Washington D.C. You can take public transportation, shuttles or taxis between the airport and the City of Baltimore.
Parking
There are several parking options at BWI. The hourly garage is attached to the terminal. The cheapest parking option is the long-term lot located on Aviation Boulevard.
Light Rail
The Light Rail Service is provided by the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) to and from BWI Marshall Airport. Light Rail service is available to downtown Baltimore, Timonium and Hunt Valley from BWI Marshall Airport. To go to Penn Station, exit the train at Mt. Royal Avenue and take the Penn Station Light Rail. There is only one fare for both trains at $1.60 each way. The BWI Marshall Light Rail Station is located immediately outside the lower level of the terminal building, adjacent to Concourse E. For schedules, call 410-539-5000 or go to mta.maryland.gov/light-rail.
Car Rental
BWI Marshall Airport has opened a spacious rental car facility providing one-stop rental car shopping for our customers. The facility is located at Stoney Run Road and New Ridge Road. Free shuttle service carries customers to and from the airport approximately every 10 minutes. Passengers arriving on flights should take the free shuttle from the lower level terminal. When returning a vehicle, look for highway directional signs to the facility. The Car Rental Facility is located at 7432 New Ridge Road in Hanover.
Bus Services
MTA offers bus service on the #17 bus from BWI Marshall Airport connecting to Parkway Center, Arundel Mills Mall, Airport 100 Park and the Patapsco Light Rail Stop. MTA also offers weekday peak service on the #99 bus from BWI Marshall Airport connecting to UMBC, CCBC Catonsville, Bloomsbury & Frederick, Rolling & Security Blvd., Liberty & Milford Mill and the Old Court Metro Subway Station. For fares, schedules and other MTA information, call 410-539-5000 or visit mta.maryland.gov.
Courtesy Shuttles
In order to manage vehicle traffic on the terminal roadway, BWI Marshall Airport has created specific pick-up zones for hotel shuttles and off-airport parking shuttles. Hotel and off-airport parking shuttles will pick-up passengers at the designated zones only. Private vehicles are restricted from these off-airport pick-up zones. Zones 1 and 3 are assigned for hotel shuttles. Zone 2 is designated for off-airport parking shuttles. Zone 4 will be used by both hotels and off-airport parking companies.
Useful Information
- Address: BWI7050 Friendship Rd, Baltimore
- Opening hours: Daily open 24 hrs.
- Website: www.bwiairport.com/en
- Phone: +1 410 859 7683
- Email: maa@bwiairport.com
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Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa (as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino). Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the country.
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Best Time to Visit
If you want to experience the many festivals that Baltimore has to offer, they mainly take place during the summer season, going from June to August. The drawbacks are hot temperatures and the fact that it's peak tourism season, which also means a higher price on accommodation.
The fall and spring seasons are milder in both temperature and tourist arrivals, which is perfect if you plan to take long walks and experience the city's locales.
Winter is the least crowded season for Baltimore and the prices for hotel reservations are at their lowest, but be aware of the cold weather and prepare accordingly: the temperature can go as low as 30 degrees Fahrenheit (-1 degree Celsius).
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Pharmacy
There are several options for pharmacies located in Baltimore and some of them can be open 24 hours a day, which is useful in an emergency.
James Pharmacy:
Address: 1119 Light St, Baltimore
Phone: +1 410 752 5810
Opening Hours: Mon–Fri: 9am–7pm, Sat 9am–1pm
Web: www.jamespharmacyfedhill.com
Walgreens Pharmacy:
Address: 9616 Harford Road, Baltimore
Phone: +1 410 663 7957
Opening Hours: Daily open 24 hrs.
Web: www.walgreens.com/locator/walgreens-9616+harford+rd-baltimore-md-21234/id=6779
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The Johns Hopkins Hospital:
Address: 1800 Orleans St, Baltimore
Phone: +1 410 955 5000
Opening Hours: Daily open 24 hrs.
Web: www.hopkinsmedicine.org/the_johns_hopkins_hospital/index.html
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Post
The USPS is the main mailing service in Baltimore, with many post offices located around town. You can buy the stamps directly there, or look for the USPS logo in many retail locations.
Address: 111 North Calvert Street, Baltimore
Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–2pm 3pm–5pm
Phone: +1 800 275 8777
Address: 900 East Fayette Street Room 118, Baltimore
Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 8.30am–7pm, Sat 8.30am–5pm
Phone: +1 800 275 8777
Address: 130 North Greene Street, Baltimore
Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–2pm 3pm–5pm
Phone: +1 800 275 8777
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BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport
The BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport is located about a half-hour drive south of downtown Baltimore and about 35 miles north of Washington D.C. You can take public transportation, shuttles or taxis between the airport and the City of Baltimore.
Parking
There are several parking options at BWI. The hourly garage is attached to the terminal. The cheapest parking option is the long-term lot located on Aviation Boulevard.
Light Rail
The Light Rail Service is provided by the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) to and from BWI Marshall Airport. Light Rail service is available to downtown Baltimore, Timonium and Hunt Valley from BWI Marshall Airport. To go to Penn Station, exit the train at Mt. Royal Avenue and take the Penn Station Light Rail. There is only one fare for both trains at $1.60 each way. The BWI Marshall Light Rail Station is located immediately outside the lower level of the terminal building, adjacent to Concourse E. For schedules, call 410-539-5000 or go to mta.maryland.gov/light-rail.
Car Rental
BWI Marshall Airport has opened a spacious rental car facility providing one-stop rental car shopping for our customers. The facility is located at Stoney Run Road and New Ridge Road. Free shuttle service carries customers to and from the airport approximately every 10 minutes. Passengers arriving on flights should take the free shuttle from the lower level terminal. When returning a vehicle, look for highway directional signs to the facility. The Car Rental Facility is located at 7432 New Ridge Road in Hanover.
Bus Services
MTA offers bus service on the #17 bus from BWI Marshall Airport connecting to Parkway Center, Arundel Mills Mall, Airport 100 Park and the Patapsco Light Rail Stop. MTA also offers weekday peak service on the #99 bus from BWI Marshall Airport connecting to UMBC, CCBC Catonsville, Bloomsbury & Frederick, Rolling & Security Blvd., Liberty & Milford Mill and the Old Court Metro Subway Station. For fares, schedules and other MTA information, call 410-539-5000 or visit mta.maryland.gov.
Courtesy Shuttles
In order to manage vehicle traffic on the terminal roadway, BWI Marshall Airport has created specific pick-up zones for hotel shuttles and off-airport parking shuttles. Hotel and off-airport parking shuttles will pick-up passengers at the designated zones only. Private vehicles are restricted from these off-airport pick-up zones. Zones 1 and 3 are assigned for hotel shuttles. Zone 2 is designated for off-airport parking shuttles. Zone 4 will be used by both hotels and off-airport parking companies.
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Time Zone
Baltimore is located in the Eastern Standard Time zone (EST), and all times are reflected in Eastern Time.
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Bus
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) operates Local Buses, Light Rail, Metro Subway and Maryland Area Regional Commuter (MARC) Train Service.
Local Bus
MTA bus service currently has 57 bus routes, which include 47 local buses, 4 limited stop routes (known as QuickBus), and 4 express bus routes (which operate from various suburbs to downtown Baltimore).
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Metro Subway
The 15.5-mile, 14-station Metro Subway system operates every 8-10 minutes during the morning and evening peak periods; 11 minutes during weekday evenings; 15 minutes on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
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Train
MARC Train Service is a commuter rail system whose service areas include Harford County, MD; Baltimore City; Washington D.C.; Brunswick, MD; Frederick, MD and Martinsburg, WV. MARC Train Service operates Monday through Friday only.
For more schedule information:
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Taxi
Baltimore has several major taxicab companies to get you to and from BWI Marshall Airport, as well as take care of your transportation needs around town.
Baltimore Taxi Cab: +1 410 732 1600
Checker Cab: + 410 685 1212
Yellow Cab: +1 410 230-0127
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Car Rentals
Car rental companies have rental offices at BWI Marshall Airport, but they can also be found in other key areas in the city, such as the Inner Harbor.
Thrifty Car Rental: +1 443 850 7112
Baltimore Car Rental: +1 410 467-1646
U Save Car Rental: +1 410 744-1000
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Telephone
Country code: +1
Area code: 410 and 443
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Electricity
In the United States of America the standard voltage is 120 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. AC power sockets are of type A (2 pins) and B (3 pins).
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