How long does it take from Ballston–MU to Farragut West by metro?

The journey from Ballston–MU to Farragut West takes approximately 30 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 15.27 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ballston–MU to Farragut West?

The token fare from Ballston–MU to Farragut West 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 Farragut West?

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 Farragut West?

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

How many stops from Ballston–MU to Farragut West?

There are 4 stops between Ballston–MU and Farragut West on the Orange Line. The stations are: Ballston–MU, Clarendon, Rosslyn, Foggy Bottom–GWU, Farragut West.

Ballston–MU To Farragut West

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

+14.88 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Foggy Bottom–GWU

blue interchange

+22.33 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Farragut West

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

15.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards New Carrollton
Farragut West	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

2.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.95 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~61 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹102

Auto

₹214

Cab

₹386

Estimates for 15.27 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Orange Line

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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

Farragut West

underground

Farragut West, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines