How long does it take from Columbia Heights to Rosslyn by metro?

The journey from Columbia Heights to Rosslyn takes approximately 52 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 21.3 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Columbia Heights to Rosslyn?

The token fare from Columbia Heights to Rosslyn 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 Rosslyn?

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 Rosslyn?

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

How many stops from Columbia Heights to Rosslyn?

There are 7 stops between Columbia Heights and Rosslyn on the Green Line. The stations are: Columbia Heights, U Street, Mt Vernon Sq.

Columbia Heights To Rosslyn

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

52 min

Total time

stops

21.3 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Columbia Heights	05:00	23:00	Towards Branch Ave
Rosslyn	05:00	00:00	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

2.88 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.32 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~85 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹138

Auto

₹286

Cab

₹518

Estimates for 21.3 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

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

Rosslyn

underground

Rosslyn, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Rosslyn exit 1· Rosslyn♿

Rosslyn exit 2· Rosslyn♿

Rosslyn exit 3· Rosslyn♿

Rosslyn exit 4· Rosslyn♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access