Journey Through Time at the B&O Railroad Museum
Explore the birthplace of American railroads at the B&O Railroad Museum, featuring historic locomotives, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly activities in Baltimore.
The B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore offers tourists an enchanting glimpse into the rich history of American railroads, featuring stunning exhibits, historic locomotives, and engaging activities for all ages.
A brief summary to B&O Railroad Museum
- 901 W Pratt St, Baltimore, Pigtown, Maryland, 21223, US
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- Monday 10 am-4 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-3 pm
- Thursday 10 am-3 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the weekdays to avoid crowds and have a more intimate experience.
- Check the museum's schedule for special events or train rides that might enhance your visit.
- Don’t miss the outdoor exhibits, which offer a different perspective on the museum's collection.
- Bring a camera; the historic locomotives and architecture make for great photo opportunities.
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Getting There
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Public Transit - Bus
From Laurel, head to the Laurel Mall bus stop. Take the MTA Bus #89 towards Greenbelt. After approximately 15 minutes, get off at the Greenbelt Metro Station. Transfer to the Metro Green Line towards Branch Avenue. Ride for about 30 minutes and get off at the 'Washington' station. From there, transfer to the MARC train on the Penn Line towards Baltimore. The train ride will take about 30 minutes. Once you arrive at the Baltimore Penn Station, exit the station and walk to the Light RailLink at the Baltimore Arena stop. Take the Light RailLink towards Hunt Valley and get off at the 'Camden Yards' stop. From there, it’s a 10-minute walk to the B&O Railroad Museum located at 901 W Pratt St.
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Walking
If you are close to the Laurel Town Center, you can walk to the nearest bus stop on US-1. Take MTA Bus #89 towards Greenbelt. Once you reach Greenbelt Metro Station, follow the previous bus guidance to reach Baltimore. After arriving at Baltimore Penn Station, you can walk to the B&O Railroad Museum. Just head west on W Baltimore St, then turn left onto S Howard St, and finally turn right onto W Pratt St. The museum will be on your left.
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Rideshare
Use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. Input 'B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21223' as your destination. The driver will pick you up from your location in Laurel and it will take approximately 30-40 minutes to reach the museum, depending on traffic conditions.
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Train
From the Laurel train station, take the MARC train on the Penn Line towards Baltimore. The train ride will take about 25 minutes. Upon arrival at Baltimore Penn Station, walk to the Light RailLink station at the Baltimore Arena stop. Board the Light RailLink towards Hunt Valley and get off at 'Camden Yards'. It’s a short 10-minute walk to the B&O Railroad Museum at 901 W Pratt St.
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