How long does it take from Fort Totten to Union Station by metro?

The journey from Fort Totten to Union Station takes approximately 5 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 2.28 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Fort Totten to Union Station?

The token fare from Fort Totten to Union Station 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 Union Station?

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 Union Station?

The last train from Fort Totten towards Shady Grove departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Union Station back towards Fort Totten departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Fort Totten to Union Station?

There are 1 stop between Fort Totten and Union Station on the Red Line. The stations are: Fort Totten, Union Station.

Fort Totten To Union Station

ShortestShortest Route

Fort Totten

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Union Station

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.28 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

5 min

Total time

stops

2.28 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Fort Totten	05:00	00:00	Towards Shady Grove
Union Station	05:00	23:00	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

0.31 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.14 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~9 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹24

Auto

₹58

Cab

₹100

Estimates for 2.28 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

Union Station

underground

Union Station, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines