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

The journey from Columbia Heights to Smithsonian takes approximately 36 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 15.64 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Columbia Heights to Smithsonian?

The token fare from Columbia Heights 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 Columbia Heights for Smithsonian?

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 Smithsonian?

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

How many stops from Columbia Heights to Smithsonian?

There are 5 stops between Columbia Heights and Smithsonian on the Green Line. The stations are: Columbia Heights, U Street, Mt Vernon Sq, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, L'Enfant Plaza.

Columbia Heights To Smithsonian

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

+13.24 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangeyellow interchange

+19.87 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground13.46 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 5 · 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

36 min

Total time

stops

15.64 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.11 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.97 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~63 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹104

Auto

₹218

Cab

₹394

Estimates for 15.64 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

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