How long does it take from Dupont Circle to L'Enfant Plaza by metro?

The journey from Dupont Circle to L'Enfant Plaza takes approximately 23 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 8.92 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dupont Circle to L'Enfant Plaza?

The token fare from Dupont Circle to L'Enfant Plaza 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 Dupont Circle for L'Enfant Plaza?

At Dupont Circle, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Glenmont. Look for the electronic board showing "Glenmont".

What is the last train from Dupont Circle to L'Enfant Plaza?

The last train from Dupont Circle towards Glenmont departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from L'Enfant Plaza back towards Dupont Circle departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Dupont Circle to L'Enfant Plaza?

There are 4 stops between Dupont Circle and L'Enfant Plaza on the Red Line. The stations are: Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center.

Dupont Circle To L'Enfant Plaza

ShortestShortest Route

Dupont Circle

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Glenmont

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

Farragut North

+4.65 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.55 km

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

interchange Metro Center — 5 min

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

+5 min

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Smithsonian

orange interchange

+4.48 min

4.48 min · 2.19 km

L'Enfant Plaza

orange interchangegreen interchangeyellow 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

23 min

Total time

stops

8.92 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dupont Circle	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
L'Enfant Plaza	05:00	00:00	Towards Dupont Circle

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

1.20 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.55 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~36 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹64

Auto

₹138

Cab

₹246

Estimates for 8.92 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Red Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Dupont Circle

underground

Dupont Circle, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

L'Enfant Plaza

underground

L'Enfant Plaza, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

L'Enfant Plaza exit 1· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 2· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 3· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 4· L'Enfant Plaza♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access