How long does it take from Anacostia to Ballston–MU by metro?

The journey from Anacostia to Ballston–MU takes approximately 59 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 22.13 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Anacostia to Ballston–MU?

The token fare from Anacostia to Ballston–MU is ₹2.25. With a smart card the fare is ₹2.25 (save ₹0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹2.25.

Which platform at Anacostia for Ballston–MU?

At Anacostia, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Greenbelt. Look for the electronic board showing "Greenbelt".

What is the last train from Anacostia to Ballston–MU?

The last train from Anacostia towards Greenbelt departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ballston–MU back towards Anacostia departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Anacostia to Ballston–MU?

There are 7 stops between Anacostia and Ballston–MU on the Green Line. The stations are: Anacostia, Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza.

Anacostia To Ballston–MU

ShortestShortest Route

Anacostia

Platform 2·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Waterfront

+6.63 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground6.73 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 5 · Yellow Line ·Platform 7 Towards Huntington

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Platform 7·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Pentagon

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.4 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

Platform 3 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Franconia–Springfield

+5 min

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Arlington Cemetery

+4.48 min

4.48 min · 2.19 km

Rosslyn

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.37 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Rosslyn — 5 min

Platform 1 · Orange Line ·Platform 3 Towards Vienna

+5 min

Rosslyn

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Clarendon

+7.43 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Ballston–MU

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.63 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

59 min

Total time

stops

22.13 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Anacostia	05:00	23:00	Towards Greenbelt
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards Anacostia

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹2.25

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹2.25

Save ₹0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹2.25

Save ₹0 per ride

Use your Washington Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.99 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.37 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~89 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹142

Auto

₹296

Cab

₹536

Estimates for 22.13 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Anacostia

underground

Anacostia, Washington, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Ballston–MU

underground

Ballston–MU, Washington, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines