How long does it take from Franconia–Springfield to Anacostia by metro?

The journey from Franconia–Springfield to Anacostia takes approximately 41 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 15.71 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Franconia–Springfield to Anacostia?

The token fare from Franconia–Springfield to Anacostia 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 Franconia–Springfield for Anacostia?

At Franconia–Springfield, 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 Franconia–Springfield to Anacostia?

The last train from Franconia–Springfield towards Franconia–Springfield departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Anacostia back towards Franconia–Springfield departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Franconia–Springfield to Anacostia?

There are 5 stops between Franconia–Springfield and Anacostia on the Blue Line. The stations are: Franconia–Springfield, King St–Old Town.

Franconia–Springfield To Anacostia

ShortestShortest Route

Franconia–Springfield

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

King St–Old Town

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.18 km

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

interchange King St–Old Town — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 1 Towards Mt Vernon Sq

+5 min

King St–Old Town

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Mt Vernon Sq

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Pentagon

blue interchange

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 7·underground6.8 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 7 · Green Line ·Platform 5 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

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Platform 5·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

Waterfront

+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Anacostia

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.73 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

41 min

Total time

stops

15.71 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Franconia–Springfield	05:00	00:00	Towards Franconia–Springfield
Anacostia	05:00	23:00	Towards Franconia–Springfield

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

2.12 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.97 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~63 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹104

Auto

₹218

Cab

₹396

Estimates for 15.71 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

Franconia–Springfield

underground

Franconia–Springfield, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Franconia–Springfield exit 1· Franconia–Springfield area♿

Franconia–Springfield exit 2· Franconia–Springfield area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Anacostia

underground

Anacostia, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines