How long does it take from Dupont Circle to U Street by metro?

The journey from Dupont Circle to U Street takes approximately 32 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.55 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Dupont Circle to U Street?

The token fare from Dupont Circle to U Street 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 U Street?

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 U Street?

The last train from Dupont Circle towards Glenmont departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from U Street back towards Dupont Circle departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Dupont Circle to U Street?

There are 5 stops between Dupont Circle and U Street on the Red Line. The stations are: Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Dupont Circle To U Street

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

+9.28 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.82 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

Mt Vernon Sq

yellow interchange

+6.63 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

U Street

Arrive Platform 2·underground6.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

13.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Dupont Circle	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
U Street	05:00	23:00	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

1.83 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.84 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~54 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹92

Auto

₹192

Cab

₹348

Estimates for 13.55 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

U Street

underground

U Street, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines