Question 1

How many stations are on the Orange Line?

Accepted Answer

The Orange Line has 12 stations, running from Vienna to New Carrollton over 42 km.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

The Orange Line runs from Vienna (one terminus) to New Carrollton (other terminus). Trains operate in both directions throughout the day.

Question 3

When was the Orange Line opened?

Accepted Answer

The Orange Line was first opened in 1978 as part of the Washington Metro network.

Question 4

Which stations on the Orange Line have interchange connections?

Accepted Answer

The Orange Line has 6 interchange station(s): Rosslyn (connects to Blue Line); Foggy Bottom–GWU (connects to Blue Line); McPherson Sq (connects to Blue Line); Metro Center (connects to Red Line, Blue Line); Smithsonian (connects to Blue Line); L'Enfant Plaza (connects to Blue Line, Green Line, Yellow Line).

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

End-to-end travel on the Orange Line from Vienna to New Carrollton takes approximately 81 minutes (42 km at an average speed of 33 km/h including station dwell time). Trains run every 4–4 minutes during peak hours.

Orange Line

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