How long does it take from Anacostia to New Carrollton by metro?

The journey from Anacostia to New Carrollton takes approximately 33 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 14.37 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Anacostia to New Carrollton?

The token fare from Anacostia to New Carrollton 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 New Carrollton?

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 New Carrollton?

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

How many stops from Anacostia to New Carrollton?

There are 4 stops between Anacostia and New Carrollton on the Green Line. The stations are: Anacostia, Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza.

Anacostia To New Carrollton

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

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Arrive Platform 5·underground6.73 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 5 · Orange Line ·Platform 3 Towards Vienna

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

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Platform 3·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

Capitol South

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

New Carrollton

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

14.37 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Anacostia	05:00	23:00	Towards Greenbelt
New Carrollton	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

1.94 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.89 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~57 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹96

Auto

₹202

Cab

₹366

Estimates for 14.37 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

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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

New Carrollton

underground

New Carrollton, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

New Carrollton exit 1· New Carrollton area♿

New Carrollton exit 2· New Carrollton area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines