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

The journey from Foggy Bottom–GWU to New Carrollton takes approximately 45 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 17.59 km across 6 stops.

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

The token fare from Foggy Bottom–GWU 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 Foggy Bottom–GWU for New Carrollton?

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 New Carrollton?

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

How many stops from Foggy Bottom–GWU to New Carrollton?

There are 6 stops between Foggy Bottom–GWU and New Carrollton on the Blue Line. The stations are: Foggy Bottom–GWU, Rosslyn, Arlington Cemetery, Pentagon.

Foggy Bottom–GWU To New Carrollton

ShortestShortest Route

Foggy Bottom–GWU

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Rosslyn

orange interchange

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Arlington Cemetery

+8.92 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.55 km

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

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 3 Towards Huntington

+5 min

Pentagon

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 7·underground3.4 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 7 · Orange Line ·Platform 3 Towards Vienna

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

Capitol South

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

New Carrollton

Arrive Platform 1·underground7.64 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

17.59 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Foggy Bottom–GWU	05:00	00:00	Towards Franconia–Springfield
New Carrollton	05:00	00:00	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

2.37 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.09 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~70 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹116

Auto

₹242

Cab

₹436

Estimates for 17.59 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

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