How long does it take from Fort Totten to Branch Ave by metro?

The journey from Fort Totten to Branch Ave takes approximately 41 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 18 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Fort Totten to Branch Ave?

The token fare from Fort Totten to Branch Ave 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 Fort Totten for Branch Ave?

At Fort Totten, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Shady Grove. Look for the electronic board showing "Shady Grove".

What is the last train from Fort Totten to Branch Ave?

The last train from Fort Totten towards Shady Grove departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Branch Ave back towards Fort Totten departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Fort Totten to Branch Ave?

There are 6 stops between Fort Totten and Branch Ave on the Red Line. The stations are: Fort Totten, Union Station, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Fort Totten To Branch Ave

ShortestShortest Route

Fort Totten

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Union Station

+4.65 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.55 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangeyellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangeyellow interchange

+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Waterfront

+13.22 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Anacostia

+19.85 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Branch Ave

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

41 min

Total time

stops

18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Fort Totten	05:00	00:00	Towards Shady Grove
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	Towards Fort Totten

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

Red Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Fort Totten

underground

Fort Totten, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Fort Totten exit 1· Fort Totten area♿

Fort Totten exit 2· Fort Totten area♿

Fort Totten exit 3· Fort Totten area♿

Fort Totten exit 4· Fort Totten area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Branch Ave

underground

Branch Ave, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Branch Ave exit 1· Branch Ave area♿

Branch Ave exit 2· Branch Ave area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines