How long does it take from Farragut West to Bethesda by metro?

The journey from Farragut West to Bethesda takes approximately 42 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 18 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Farragut West to Bethesda?

The token fare from Farragut West to Bethesda 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 Farragut West for Bethesda?

At Farragut West, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Largo Town Center. Look for the electronic board showing "Largo Town Center".

What is the last train from Farragut West to Bethesda?

The last train from Farragut West towards Largo Town Center departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bethesda back towards Farragut West departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Farragut West to Bethesda?

There are 8 stops between Farragut West and Bethesda on the Blue Line. The stations are: Farragut West, McPherson Sq, Metro Center.

Farragut West To Bethesda

ShortestShortest Route

Farragut West

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Largo Town Center

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

McPherson Sq

orange interchange

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.36 km

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

interchange Metro Center — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Shady Grove

+5 min

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Farragut North

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Dupont Circle

+9.28 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Tenleytown–AU

+18.54 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Friendship Heights

+23.17 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Bethesda

Arrive Platform 2·underground13.64 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Farragut West	05:00	23:00	Towards Largo Town Center
Bethesda	05:00	23:00	Towards Farragut West

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

2.43 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.12 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~72 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹118

Auto

₹246

Cab

₹446

Estimates for 18 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Blue Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Farragut West

underground

Farragut West, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Bethesda

underground

Bethesda, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines