Getting from Baltimore to Rehoboth Beach: Drive, Bus, Train & Flight Options

Rehoboth Beach, Delaware—a popular Atlantic resort—is about 100 miles from Baltimore. Here are your travel options:

By Car (Most Popular & Flexible)

• Route: I-95 S → DE-1 S (via Christiana) or US-40 E/US-113 S (more scenic).
• Time: ~2 hours without traffic.
• Distance: ~100–110 miles.
• Tip: Summer weekends add 30–60+ minutes; leave early or late.

By Bus (Budget-Friendly)

• Carriers: Greyhound, BoltBus, Megabus, BestBus.
• Time: 3–4 hours (includes stops).
• Cost: $15–$40 one-way if booked early.
• Drop-off: Rehoboth Park & Ride or Lewes Transit Center (shuttle to beach).

By Train + Bus (No Direct Rail)

• Step 1: Amtrak Northeast Regional or Acela: Baltimore (BAL) → Wilmington, DE (WIL) — ~1 hr 15 min.
• Step 2: DART Bus Route 201 or 204: Wilmington → Rehoboth Beach — ~2.5 hours.
• Total: 4–5 hours + transfer time.

By Air (Not Practical for Most)

• No airport in Rehoboth. Nearest: Salisbury (SBY, 30 mi), Atlantic City (ACY, 60 mi), Philadelphia (PHL, 100 mi), Baltimore (BWI, 100 mi).
• Flying + ground transfer takes longer than driving.

Recommendation

Drive for flexibility and speed. Bus for cost savings if traveling solo/light. Train+bus only if you avoid driving and accept longer travel time.