How long does it take from Clarendon to Smithsonian by metro?

The journey from Clarendon to Smithsonian takes approximately 43 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.76 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Clarendon to Smithsonian?

The token fare from Clarendon to Smithsonian 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 Clarendon for Smithsonian?

At Clarendon, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards New Carrollton. Look for the electronic board showing "New Carrollton".

What is the last train from Clarendon to Smithsonian?

The last train from Clarendon towards New Carrollton departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Smithsonian back towards Clarendon departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Clarendon to Smithsonian?

There are 5 stops between Clarendon and Smithsonian on the Orange Line. The stations are: Clarendon, Rosslyn.

Clarendon To Smithsonian

ShortestShortest Route

Clarendon

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards New Carrollton

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

Rosslyn

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.81 km

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

interchange Rosslyn — 5 min

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

+5 min

Rosslyn

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Arlington Cemetery

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.37 km

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

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 3 Towards Huntington

+5 min

Pentagon

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 7·underground3.4 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 7 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Franconia–Springfield

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

orange interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Smithsonian

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

13.76 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Clarendon	05:00	23:00	Towards New Carrollton
Smithsonian	05:00	00:00	Towards Clarendon

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

1.86 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.85 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~55 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹92

Auto

₹196

Cab

₹352

Estimates for 13.76 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Orange Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Clarendon

underground

Clarendon, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Smithsonian

underground

Smithsonian, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Smithsonian exit 1· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 2· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 3· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 4· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access