New Carrollton Station

The waiting area was closed on Saturday, 12/30. However, through the locked doors, it looked welcoming and comfortable. On the way to elevator to the platform, various members of the New Carrollton Amtrak Community greeted us. An aroma of urine, with slight hints of an Icehouse 40, and Newports, filled the air. The elevator moved, albeit begrudgingly, to the platform floor causing one occupant to become fearful due to its jolting and grinding. I would recommend the non-moving escalator instead. On the bright side, there was plenty of parking.
3 7 years ago (30-12-2017)

A group of men harassing me asking for money. I did not feel safe AT ALL until transit police got there.
1 7 years ago (27-01-2018)

Not enough security. Too many homeless folk hanging around inside & outside, day & night. They approach travelers 4 money. Feel unsafe there.
2 7 years ago (28-09-2017)

Train waiting area is NOT open on Sunday for customers who ride trains on Sunday. No bathroom access. No chairs to sit down while waiting!
1 7 years ago (01-10-2017)

Price is usually the same as arriving at or leaving from Union station in DC but it's easier to access from the beltway (495). Great place to pick up friends and family well after rush hour or on weekends so long as there isn't a Redskins game. If there is, use Union station instead.
5 13 years ago (21-10-2012)