Whether you are traveling from a state inside America to Washington DC or you are arriving from another country. It is extremely easy to find a route of your choice and the mode of transportation of your choice too.

If you would like to take the plane, getting to Washington DC is very convenient. The city has three international airports, one in Arlington and the most nearest one to the city, this airport is connected with walkways to the metro system and is the most easiest route to the city even if you do not plan to take a taxi or hire a care to get to the city. The second one is located in Dulles, Virginia. This airport is 26 miles on the Westside of downtown; you can reach the city by taking a taxi or more conveniently a flyer coach, which is also a cheaper option. The third airport is located in Maryland, which is 30 miles towards the north side of Washington DC.

If you are planning a trip to Washington DC by train, you will not find any difficulty getting there. There are several trains which stop right at the downtown station. You can opt for the Amtrak services, which operate from all around the country. Another option can be the Virginia Railways, which arrives at the suburbs of Virginia. It can be enormous fun if you plan a vacation to Washington DC by car, along with your family or friends. The city is extremely well connected and you can find road maps of highways from any book store or even the internet. Getting to Washington DC by car is easy in the sense as the city is connected with all major highways.

The most frequently used highway is I-95; other major interstate highways are I-495, which connects DC to New York as well. Although you may find a lot of traffic congestion on these highways, so it may not be unadvisable mode of transportation if you are planning to have a relaxing vacation and are in the mood to avoid the hassle and the rush which you are most likely to encounter on highways.