How long does it take from Capitol South to McPherson Sq by metro?

The journey from Capitol South to McPherson Sq takes approximately 30 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 15.27 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Capitol South to McPherson Sq?

The token fare from Capitol South to McPherson Sq 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 McPherson Sq?

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 McPherson Sq?

The last train from Capitol South towards Vienna departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from McPherson Sq back towards Capitol South departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Capitol South to McPherson Sq?

There are 4 stops between Capitol South and McPherson Sq on the Orange Line. The stations are: Capitol South, L'Enfant Plaza, Smithsonian, Metro Center, McPherson Sq.

Capitol South To McPherson Sq

ShortestShortest Route

Capitol South

Platform 2·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Smithsonian

blue interchange

+14.88 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Metro Center

red interchangeblue interchange

+22.33 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

McPherson Sq

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground15.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

15.27 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Capitol South	05:00	23:00	Towards Vienna
McPherson Sq	05:00	00:00	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

2.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.95 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~61 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹102

Auto

₹214

Cab

₹386

Estimates for 15.27 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

McPherson Sq

underground

McPherson Sq, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

McPherson Sq exit 1· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 2· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 3· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 4· White House area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access