Best way to get from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD
Find the best ways to travel from Germantown MD to Silver Spring MD. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Public transportation: Utilize the Ride On bus service from Germantown to Silver Spring. The Route 70 bus travels from the Germantown Transit Center to Bethesda, with a transfer to Route 5 at the Silver Spring Transit Center. The estimated travel time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of about 25 miles. The price is approximately $3.
Train service: Take the MARC Brunswick Line from Germantown MARC Station to Silver Spring MARC Station. The estimated travel time is around 40 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 20 miles. The price is approximately $8.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Germantown and Silver Spring. The estimated travel time is about 1 hour, covering a distance of approximately 25 miles. The price is approximately $15.
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Germantown to Silver Spring. The estimated travel time is 31 minutes, covering a distance of 21 miles. The price is approximately $30.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Silver Spring, MD
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
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Getting from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Silver Spring, MD in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Germantown, MD in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
31 minutes
Average Route Price
$30
Average Route Distance
21 miles
How to get from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD
Compare ride options getting from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$30
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$51
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Germantown, MD?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Germantown, MD anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD?
The average price for this trip is $30. Open the Uber app and input Silver Spring, MD in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD?
The most affordable ride choice from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD?
The average duration for this ride is 31 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Germantown, MD. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Silver Spring, MD. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Germantown, MD?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Germantown, MD, you can request a ride from Germantown, MD anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Germantown, MD to Silver Spring, MD?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Germantown, MD. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Silver Spring, MD. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
