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

The journey from Branch Ave to Columbia Heights takes approximately 46 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 23.55 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Branch Ave to Columbia Heights?

The token fare from Branch Ave to Columbia Heights 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 Columbia Heights?

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 Columbia Heights?

The last train from Branch Ave towards Greenbelt departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Columbia Heights back towards Branch Ave departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Branch Ave to Columbia Heights?

There are 7 stops between Branch Ave and Columbia Heights on the Green Line. The stations are: Branch Ave, Anacostia, Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, Mt Vernon Sq, U Street, Columbia Heights.

Branch Ave To Columbia Heights

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

Mt Vernon Sq

yellow interchange

+33.09 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

U Street

+39.7 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Columbia Heights

Arrive Platform 2·underground23.55 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

23.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	Towards Greenbelt
Columbia Heights	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

3.18 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.46 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~94 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹152

Auto

₹312

Cab

₹568

Estimates for 23.55 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

Columbia Heights

underground

Columbia Heights, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines