How long does it take from Capitol South to King St–Old Town by metro?

The journey from Capitol South to King St–Old Town takes approximately 26 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 10.62 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Capitol South to King St–Old Town?

The token fare from Capitol South to King St–Old Town 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 Capitol South for King St–Old Town?

At Capitol South, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Vienna. Look for the electronic board showing "Vienna".

What is the last train from Capitol South to King St–Old Town?

The last train from Capitol South towards Vienna departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from King St–Old Town back towards Capitol South departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Capitol South to King St–Old Town?

There are 3 stops between Capitol South and King St–Old Town on the Orange Line. The stations are: Capitol South, L'Enfant Plaza.

Capitol South To King St–Old Town

ShortestShortest Route

Capitol South

Platform 2·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

L'Enfant Plaza

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Arrive Platform 3·underground3.82 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 3 · 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

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

King St–Old Town

Arrive Platform 2·underground6.8 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

10.62 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Capitol South	05:00	23:00	Towards Vienna
King St–Old Town	05:00	23:00	Towards Capitol South

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

1.43 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.66 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹74

Auto

₹158

Cab

₹284

Estimates for 10.62 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Orange Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Capitol South

underground

Capitol South, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

King St–Old Town

underground

King St–Old Town, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines