How long does it take from Ballston–MU to King St–Old Town by metro?

The journey from Ballston–MU to King St–Old Town takes approximately 33 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 14.18 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ballston–MU to King St–Old Town?

The token fare from Ballston–MU to King St–Old Town 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 King St–Old Town?

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 King St–Old Town?

The last train from Ballston–MU towards New Carrollton departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from King St–Old Town back towards Ballston–MU departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Ballston–MU to King St–Old Town?

There are 5 stops between Ballston–MU and King St–Old Town on the Orange Line. The stations are: Ballston–MU, Clarendon, Rosslyn.

Ballston–MU To King St–Old Town

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

+8.94 min

4.48 min · 2.19 km

King St–Old Town

Arrive Platform 2·underground6.55 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

14.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards New Carrollton
King St–Old Town	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

1.91 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.88 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

₹200

Cab

₹362

Estimates for 14.18 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

King St–Old Town

underground

King St–Old Town, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines