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

The journey from Ballston–MU to Capitol South takes approximately 53 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 19.22 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ballston–MU to Capitol South?

The token fare from Ballston–MU to Capitol South 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 Ballston–MU for Capitol South?

At Ballston–MU, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards New Carrollton. Look for the electronic board showing "New Carrollton".

What is the last train from Ballston–MU to Capitol South?

The last train from Ballston–MU towards New Carrollton departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Capitol South back towards Ballston–MU departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Ballston–MU to Capitol South?

There are 6 stops between Ballston–MU and Capitol South on the Orange Line. The stations are: Ballston–MU, Clarendon, Rosslyn.

Ballston–MU To Capitol South

ShortestShortest Route

Ballston–MU

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards New Carrollton

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

Clarendon

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Rosslyn

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.63 km

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

interchange Rosslyn — 5 min

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

+5 min

Rosslyn

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Arlington Cemetery

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.37 km

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

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 3 Towards Huntington

+5 min

Pentagon

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 7·underground3.4 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 7 · Orange Line ·Platform 3 Towards Vienna

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

Capitol South

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

53 min

Total time

stops

19.22 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards New Carrollton
Capitol South	05:00	23:00	Towards Ballston–MU

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

2.59 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.19 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~77 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹126

Auto

₹260

Cab

₹472

Estimates for 19.22 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Orange Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure 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

Arrival station

Capitol South

underground

Capitol South, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines