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

The journey from Friendship Heights to Union Station takes approximately 32 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 15.9 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Friendship Heights to Union Station?

The token fare from Friendship Heights 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 Friendship Heights for Union Station?

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 Union Station?

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

How many stops from Friendship Heights to Union Station?

There are 7 stops between Friendship Heights and Union Station on the Red Line. The stations are: Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, Union Station.

Friendship Heights To Union Station

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

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

+23.17 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

+27.8 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Union Station

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.9 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

15.9 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.15 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.99 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~64 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹106

Auto

₹220

Cab

₹400

Estimates for 15.9 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

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