How long does it take from Anacostia to McPherson Sq by metro?

The journey from Anacostia to McPherson Sq takes approximately 32 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.28 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Anacostia to McPherson Sq?

The token fare from Anacostia to McPherson Sq 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 McPherson Sq?

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 McPherson Sq?

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

How many stops from Anacostia to McPherson Sq?

There are 5 stops between Anacostia and McPherson Sq on the Green Line. The stations are: Anacostia, Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza.

Anacostia To McPherson Sq

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 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Franconia–Springfield

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

orange interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Smithsonian

orange interchange

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

+8.94 min

4.48 min · 2.19 km

McPherson Sq

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.55 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

13.28 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Anacostia	05:00	23:00	Towards Greenbelt
McPherson Sq	05:00	00:00	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

1.79 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.82 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~53 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹90

Auto

₹190

Cab

₹342

Estimates for 13.28 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

McPherson Sq

underground

McPherson Sq, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

McPherson Sq exit 1· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 2· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 3· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 4· White House area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access