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

The journey from Branch Ave to Friendship Heights takes approximately 59 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 27.08 km across 10 stops.

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

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

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

How many stops from Branch Ave to Friendship Heights?

There are 10 stops between Branch Ave and Friendship Heights on the Green Line. The stations are: Branch Ave, Anacostia, Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Branch Ave To Friendship 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

L'Enfant Plaza

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+19.85 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground13.45 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Shady Grove

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Farragut North

+9.26 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Woodley Park

+18.54 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Tenleytown–AU

+23.17 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Friendship Heights

Arrive Platform 2·underground13.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

59 min

Total time

stops

27.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

3.66 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.68 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~108 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹172

Auto

₹354

Cab

₹646

Estimates for 27.08 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

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

Friendship Heights

underground

Friendship Heights, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines