The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration and Virginia Railway Express have celebrated a new collaborative agreement that will enhance commuter connectivity and efficiency across the region. Effective immediately, passengers with a weekly, monthly, or 10-trip ticket purchased on the MARC or VRE system to Union Station can utilize that ticket to transfer to the other system (MARC to VRE or VRE to MARC) to continue their trip at no additional cost.

The agreement between Maryland and Virginia was announced today at Union Station in Washington, D.C. The cross-honor program enables travelers to seamlessly transfer between MARC and VRE trains on one ticket, simplifying travel logistics and promoting greater accessibility and affordability for the region’s commuters. It also underscores the commitment of Virginia, Washington D.C. and Maryland to prioritize the needs of commuters and shape the future of regional mobility.

With this new program, passengers will have easy access to connections between major urban centers, along with the unprecedented flexibility offered by the multiple transportation options available at Union Station. MARC and VRE riders will have access to a wide range of employment centers, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and tourism and cultural options throughout the region.

-via Press Release