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

The journey from Branch Ave to Arlington Cemetery takes approximately 41 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 15.68 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Branch Ave to Arlington Cemetery?

The token fare from Branch Ave to Arlington Cemetery 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 Branch Ave for Arlington Cemetery?

At Branch Ave, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Greenbelt. Look for the electronic board showing "Greenbelt".

What is the last train from Branch Ave to Arlington Cemetery?

The last train from Branch Ave towards Greenbelt departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Arlington Cemetery back towards Branch Ave departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Branch Ave to Arlington Cemetery?

There are 5 stops between Branch Ave and Arlington Cemetery on the Green Line. The stations are: Branch Ave, Anacostia, Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza.

Branch Ave To Arlington Cemetery

ShortestShortest Route

Branch Ave

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

Anacostia

+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Waterfront

+13.24 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground10.09 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 5 · Yellow Line ·Platform 7 Towards Huntington

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

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Platform 7·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

Pentagon

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.4 km

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

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

Platform 3 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Franconia–Springfield

+5 min

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Arlington Cemetery

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.19 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

41 min

Total time

stops

15.68 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	Towards Greenbelt
Arlington Cemetery	05:00	23:00	Towards Branch Ave

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

2.12 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.97 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~63 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹104

Auto

₹218

Cab

₹394

Estimates for 15.68 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

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Departure 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

Arrival station

Arlington Cemetery

underground

Arlington Cemetery, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines