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

The journey from Ballston–MU to Greenbelt takes approximately 80 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 30.08 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ballston–MU to Greenbelt?

The token fare from Ballston–MU to Greenbelt 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 Greenbelt?

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 Greenbelt?

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

How many stops from Ballston–MU to Greenbelt?

There are 10 stops between Ballston–MU and Greenbelt on the Orange Line. The stations are: Ballston–MU, Clarendon, Rosslyn.

Ballston–MU To Greenbelt

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

+6.63 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Greenbelt

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

80 min

Total time

stops

30.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

4.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.86 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~120 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹190

Auto

₹390

Cab

₹712

Estimates for 30.08 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

Greenbelt

underground

Greenbelt, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Greenbelt exit 1· Greenbelt area♿

Greenbelt exit 2· Greenbelt area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines