How long does it take from Bethesda to Metro Center by metro?

The journey from Bethesda to Metro Center takes approximately 28 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.64 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bethesda to Metro Center?

The token fare from Bethesda to Metro Center 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 Metro Center?

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 Metro Center?

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

How many stops from Bethesda to Metro Center?

There are 6 stops between Bethesda and Metro Center on the Red Line. The stations are: Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center.

Bethesda To Metro Center

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

28 min

Total time

stops

13.64 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bethesda	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
Metro Center	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

1.84 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.85 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~55 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹92

Auto

₹194

Cab

₹350

Estimates for 13.64 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

Metro Center

underground

Metro Center, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Metro Center exit 1· Metro Center♿

Metro Center exit 2· Metro Center♿

Metro Center exit 3· Metro Center♿

Metro Center exit 4· Metro Center♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access