Question 1

How many stations are on the Blue Line?

Accepted Answer

The Blue Line has 12 stations, running from Franconia–Springfield to Largo Town Center over 24 km.

Question 2

What is the first and last station on the Blue Line?

Accepted Answer

The Blue Line runs from Franconia–Springfield (one terminus) to Largo Town Center (other terminus). Trains operate in both directions throughout the day.

Question 3

When was the Blue Line opened?

Accepted Answer

The Blue Line was first opened in 1977 as part of the Washington Metro network.

Question 4

Which stations on the Blue Line have interchange connections?

Accepted Answer

The Blue Line has 7 interchange station(s): Pentagon (connects to Yellow Line); Rosslyn (connects to Orange Line); Foggy Bottom–GWU (connects to Orange Line); McPherson Sq (connects to Orange Line); Metro Center (connects to Red Line, Orange Line); Smithsonian (connects to Orange Line); L'Enfant Plaza (connects to Orange Line, Green Line, Yellow Line).

Question 5

How long does it take to travel the entire Blue Line?

Accepted Answer

End-to-end travel on the Blue Line from Franconia–Springfield to Largo Town Center takes approximately 50 minutes (24 km at an average speed of 33 km/h including station dwell time). Trains run every 4–4 minutes during peak hours.

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