How long does it take from Foggy Bottom–GWU to Bethesda by metro?

The journey from Foggy Bottom–GWU to Bethesda takes approximately 46 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 20.18 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Foggy Bottom–GWU to Bethesda?

The token fare from Foggy Bottom–GWU 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 Foggy Bottom–GWU for Bethesda?

At Foggy Bottom–GWU, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Franconia–Springfield. Look for the electronic board showing "Franconia–Springfield".

What is the last train from Foggy Bottom–GWU to Bethesda?

The last train from Foggy Bottom–GWU towards Franconia–Springfield departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Bethesda back towards Foggy Bottom–GWU departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Foggy Bottom–GWU to Bethesda?

There are 9 stops between Foggy Bottom–GWU and Bethesda on the Blue Line. The stations are: Foggy Bottom–GWU, Farragut West, McPherson Sq, Metro Center.

Foggy Bottom–GWU To Bethesda

ShortestShortest Route

Foggy Bottom–GWU

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Farragut West

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

McPherson Sq

orange interchange

+8.92 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.54 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

46 min

Total time

stops

20.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Foggy Bottom–GWU	05:00	00:00	Towards Franconia–Springfield
Bethesda	05:00	23:00	Towards Foggy Bottom–GWU

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

2.72 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~81 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹132

Auto

₹272

Cab

₹494

Estimates for 20.18 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

Foggy Bottom–GWU

underground

Foggy Bottom–GWU, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 1· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 2· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 3· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 4· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

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