How long does it take from Clarendon to Union Station by metro?

The journey from Clarendon to Union Station takes approximately 49 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 17.25 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Clarendon to Union Station?

The token fare from Clarendon to Union Station 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 Union Station?

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 Union Station?

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

How many stops from Clarendon to Union Station?

There are 6 stops between Clarendon and Union Station on the Orange Line. The stations are: Clarendon, Rosslyn.

Clarendon To Union Station

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

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground6.8 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 5 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Shady Grove

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Union Station

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.27 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

49 min

Total time

stops

17.25 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.33 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.07 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~69 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹114

Auto

₹238

Cab

₹430

Estimates for 17.25 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

Union Station

underground

Union Station, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines