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

The journey from Farragut West to Capitol South takes approximately 37 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 19.09 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Farragut West to Capitol South?

The token fare from Farragut West to Capitol South 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 Capitol South?

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

What is the last train from Farragut West to Capitol South?

The last train from Farragut West towards New Carrollton departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Capitol South back towards Farragut West departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Farragut West to Capitol South?

There are 5 stops between Farragut West and Capitol South on the Orange Line. The stations are: Farragut West, McPherson Sq, Metro Center, Smithsonian, L'Enfant Plaza, Capitol South.

Farragut West To Capitol South

ShortestShortest Route

Farragut West

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards New Carrollton

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

McPherson Sq

blue interchange

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Metro Center

red interchangeblue interchange

+14.9 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

Smithsonian

blue interchange

+22.35 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

+29.78 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Capitol South

Arrive Platform 1·underground19.09 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

37 min

Total time

stops

19.09 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Farragut West	05:00	23:00	Towards New Carrollton
Capitol South	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

2.58 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.18 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~76 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹124

Auto

₹260

Cab

₹470

Estimates for 19.09 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Orange Line

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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

Capitol South

underground

Capitol South, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines