How long does it take from Bethesda to Branch Ave by metro?

The journey from Bethesda to Branch Ave takes approximately 64 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 29.36 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bethesda to Branch Ave?

The token fare from Bethesda to Branch Ave 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 Branch Ave?

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 Branch Ave?

The last train from Bethesda towards Glenmont departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Branch Ave back towards Bethesda departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Bethesda to Branch Ave?

There are 11 stops between Bethesda and Branch Ave on the Red Line. The stations are: Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Bethesda To Branch Ave

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

Farragut North

+23.19 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

+27.82 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.91 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangeyellow interchange

+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Waterfront

+13.22 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Anacostia

+19.85 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Branch Ave

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

64 min

Total time

stops

29.36 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bethesda	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	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

3.96 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.82 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~117 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹186

Auto

₹382

Cab

₹696

Estimates for 29.36 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

Branch Ave

underground

Branch Ave, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Branch Ave exit 1· Branch Ave area♿

Branch Ave exit 2· Branch Ave area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines