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

The journey from Farragut West to New Carrollton takes approximately 45 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 22.91 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Farragut West to New Carrollton?

The token fare from Farragut West to New Carrollton 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 New Carrollton?

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 New Carrollton?

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

How many stops from Farragut West to New Carrollton?

There are 6 stops between Farragut West and New Carrollton on the Orange Line. The stations are: Farragut West, McPherson Sq, Metro Center, Smithsonian, L'Enfant Plaza, Capitol South, New Carrollton.

Farragut West To New Carrollton

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

+29.78 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Capitol South

+37.23 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

New Carrollton

Arrive Platform 1·underground22.91 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

22.91 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

3.09 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.42 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~92 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹148

Auto

₹304

Cab

₹554

Estimates for 22.91 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Orange 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

New Carrollton

underground

New Carrollton, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

New Carrollton exit 1· New Carrollton area♿

New Carrollton exit 2· New Carrollton area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines