How long does it take from Friendship Heights to Smithsonian by metro?

The journey from Friendship Heights to Smithsonian takes approximately 33 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.55 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Friendship Heights to Smithsonian?

The token fare from Friendship Heights to Smithsonian 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 Friendship Heights for Smithsonian?

At Friendship Heights, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Glenmont. Look for the electronic board showing "Glenmont".

What is the last train from Friendship Heights to Smithsonian?

The last train from Friendship Heights towards Glenmont departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Smithsonian back towards Friendship Heights departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Friendship Heights to Smithsonian?

There are 6 stops between Friendship Heights and Smithsonian on the Red Line. The stations are: Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center.

Friendship Heights To Smithsonian

ShortestShortest Route

Friendship Heights

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Glenmont

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

Tenleytown–AU

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Woodley Park

+9.26 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Dupont Circle

+13.89 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Farragut North

+18.54 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.36 km

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

interchange Metro Center — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 3 Towards Franconia–Springfield

+5 min

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Smithsonian

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.19 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

13.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Friendship Heights	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
Smithsonian	05:00	00:00	Towards Friendship Heights

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

1.83 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.84 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~54 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹92

Auto

₹192

Cab

₹348

Estimates for 13.55 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

Friendship Heights

underground

Friendship Heights, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Smithsonian

underground

Smithsonian, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Smithsonian exit 1· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 2· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 3· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 4· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access