How long does it take from Columbia Heights to Ballston–MU by metro?

The journey from Columbia Heights to Ballston–MU takes approximately 72 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 28.93 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Columbia Heights to Ballston–MU?

The token fare from Columbia Heights to Ballston–MU 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 Columbia Heights for Ballston–MU?

At Columbia Heights, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Branch Ave. Look for the electronic board showing "Branch Ave".

What is the last train from Columbia Heights to Ballston–MU?

The last train from Columbia Heights towards Branch Ave departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ballston–MU back towards Columbia Heights departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Columbia Heights to Ballston–MU?

There are 9 stops between Columbia Heights and Ballston–MU on the Green Line. The stations are: Columbia Heights, U Street, Mt Vernon Sq.

Columbia Heights To Ballston–MU

ShortestShortest Route

Columbia Heights

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Branch Ave

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

U Street

+6.63 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Mt Vernon Sq

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.73 km

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

interchange Mt Vernon Sq — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 3 Towards Huntington

+5 min

Mt Vernon Sq

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangegreen interchange

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

+13.36 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Pentagon

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.2 km

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

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

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

+5 min

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Arlington Cemetery

+4.48 min

4.48 min · 2.19 km

Rosslyn

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.37 km

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

interchange Rosslyn — 5 min

Platform 1 · Orange Line ·Platform 3 Towards Vienna

+5 min

Rosslyn

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

Clarendon

+7.43 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Ballston–MU

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

72 min

Total time

stops

28.93 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Columbia Heights	05:00	23:00	Towards Branch Ave
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards Columbia Heights

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

3.91 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.79 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~116 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹184

Auto

₹378

Cab

₹686

Estimates for 28.93 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

Columbia Heights

underground

Columbia Heights, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Ballston–MU

underground

Ballston–MU, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines