How long does it take from Anacostia to Dupont Circle by metro?

The journey from Anacostia to Dupont Circle takes approximately 39 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 16.91 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Anacostia to Dupont Circle?

The token fare from Anacostia to Dupont Circle 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 Dupont Circle?

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 Dupont Circle?

The last train from Anacostia towards Greenbelt departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dupont Circle back towards Anacostia departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Anacostia to Dupont Circle?

There are 6 stops between Anacostia and Dupont Circle on the Green Line. The stations are: Anacostia, Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Anacostia To Dupont Circle

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

+13.24 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.09 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Shady Grove

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Farragut North

+9.26 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Dupont Circle

Arrive Platform 2·underground6.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

16.91 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Anacostia	05:00	23:00	Towards Greenbelt
Dupont Circle	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

2.28 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.05 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~68 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹112

Auto

₹232

Cab

₹422

Estimates for 16.91 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

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

Dupont Circle

underground

Dupont Circle, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines