Full Name : Baltimore-Washington International Airport
Location : The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) south of
Baltimore and 30 miles (50km) north of Washington DC.
time zone : GMT -5 (GMT -4 from March to
November).
Telephone : Tel: +1 410 859 7111.
interterminal transfer :
Transfer to city : The airport train station has trains going to both
central Baltimore and Washington DC; the BWI Marshal Station (Tel:
410-672-6169) is connected to the terminal by free shuttle buses
from the airport. Both MARC (Tel: 866-RIDE-MTA) and Amtrak (Tel:
800-872-7245) run trains to Union Station in DC. A light rail
service goes from the airport to Baltimore costing US$1.60 (Tel:
410-539-5000). Taxies are available outside of baggage claims and
cost about $25 to Baltimore and $63 to Washington DC. Public buses
include Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Bus Service
which serves the greater Washington area. There are also various
bus shuttle services to both cities, some dropping off at the
central hotels.
A car rental facility is linked to the airport
terminals by a free shuttle service, which leaves from the lower
level terminal. Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz,
National and others.
Metered taxis are available outside the Arrivals
hall and cost around $25 to Baltimore and $63 to Washington DC.
Ensure the metre if reset before the journey commences. The journey
time varies a great deal according to traffic
conditions.
A short-term car park is in front of the terminal, and
long-term parking is available that is connected to the terminal by
shuttle buses.
Facilities : There are ATMs, bureaux de change and postal
services throughout the terminal. Facilities for the disabled are
good. Other facilities include restaurants, bars, shops and
duty-free, a business service centre and information help desk.
Wireless Internet access is also available.
Departure tax : None.
Website :
www.bwiairport.com
