How long does it take from Bethesda to New Carrollton by metro?

The journey from Bethesda to New Carrollton takes approximately 63 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 28.91 km across 10 stops.

What is the metro fare from Bethesda to New Carrollton?

The token fare from Bethesda to New Carrollton 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 New Carrollton?

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 New Carrollton?

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

How many stops from Bethesda to New Carrollton?

There are 10 stops between Bethesda and New Carrollton on the Red Line. The stations are: Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center.

Bethesda To New Carrollton

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

Smithsonian

blue interchange

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

+14.88 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Capitol South

+22.33 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

New Carrollton

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

63 min

Total time

stops

28.91 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Bethesda	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
New Carrollton	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

3.90 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.79 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~116 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹184

Auto

₹376

Cab

₹686

Estimates for 28.91 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

New Carrollton

underground

New Carrollton, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

New Carrollton exit 1· New Carrollton area♿

New Carrollton exit 2· New Carrollton area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines