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

The journey from Bethesda to Ballston–MU takes approximately 78 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 36.55 km across 12 stops.

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

The token fare from Bethesda to Ballston–MU 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 Bethesda for Ballston–MU?

At Bethesda, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Glenmont. Look for the electronic board showing "Glenmont".

What is the last train from Bethesda to Ballston–MU?

The last train from Bethesda towards Glenmont departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ballston–MU back towards Bethesda departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bethesda to Ballston–MU?

There are 12 stops between Bethesda and Ballston–MU on the Red Line. The stations are: Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center.

Bethesda To Ballston–MU

ShortestShortest Route

Bethesda

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Glenmont

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

Friendship Heights

+4.65 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Tenleytown–AU

+9.28 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Dupont Circle

+18.54 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Farragut North

+23.19 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.64 km

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

interchange Metro Center — 5 min

Platform 1 · Orange Line ·Platform 5 Towards Vienna

+5 min

Metro Center

red interchangeblue interchange

Platform 5·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

McPherson Sq

blue interchange

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Farragut West

+14.9 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Rosslyn

blue interchange

+29.8 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Clarendon

+37.23 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Ballston–MU

Arrive Platform 2·underground22.91 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

78 min

Total time

stops

36.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bethesda	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards Bethesda

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

4.93 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.27 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~146 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹230

Auto

₹468

Cab

₹854

Estimates for 36.55 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Red Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Bethesda

underground

Bethesda, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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