How long does it take from Ballston–MU to College Park–U of Md by metro?

The journey from Ballston–MU to College Park–U of Md takes approximately 73 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 26.72 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ballston–MU to College Park–U of Md?

The token fare from Ballston–MU to College Park–U of Md 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 College Park–U of Md?

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 College Park–U of Md?

The last train from Ballston–MU towards New Carrollton departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from College Park–U of Md back towards Ballston–MU departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Ballston–MU to College Park–U of Md?

There are 9 stops between Ballston–MU and College Park–U of Md on the Orange Line. The stations are: Ballston–MU, Clarendon, Rosslyn.

Ballston–MU To College Park–U of Md

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

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground6.8 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 5 · 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

Union Station

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Fort Totten

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.55 km

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

interchange Fort Totten — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

Fort Totten

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

College Park–U of Md

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.37 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

73 min

Total time

stops

26.72 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards New Carrollton
College Park–U of Md	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

3.61 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.66 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~107 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹170

Auto

₹350

Cab

₹638

Estimates for 26.72 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

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

College Park–U of Md

underground

College Park–U of Md, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines