How long does it take from Gallery Pl–Chinatown to Foggy Bottom–GWU by metro?

The journey from Gallery Pl–Chinatown to Foggy Bottom–GWU takes approximately 23 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 8.81 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Gallery Pl–Chinatown to Foggy Bottom–GWU?

The token fare from Gallery Pl–Chinatown to Foggy Bottom–GWU 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 Gallery Pl–Chinatown for Foggy Bottom–GWU?

At Gallery Pl–Chinatown, 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 Gallery Pl–Chinatown to Foggy Bottom–GWU?

The last train from Gallery Pl–Chinatown towards Shady Grove departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Foggy Bottom–GWU back towards Gallery Pl–Chinatown departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Gallery Pl–Chinatown to Foggy Bottom–GWU?

There are 4 stops between Gallery Pl–Chinatown and Foggy Bottom–GWU on the Red Line. The stations are: Gallery Pl–Chinatown, Metro Center.

Gallery Pl–Chinatown To Foggy Bottom–GWU

ShortestShortest Route

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Metro Center

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Arrive Platform 1·underground2.27 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

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Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

McPherson Sq

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+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Farragut West

+8.92 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Foggy Bottom–GWU

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Arrive Platform 1·underground6.54 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

8.81 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Gallery Pl–Chinatown	05:00	00:00	Towards Shady Grove
Foggy Bottom–GWU	05:00	00:00	Towards Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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

1.19 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.55 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~35 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹62

Auto

₹136

Cab

₹244

Estimates for 8.81 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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

underground

Gallery Pl–Chinatown, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Gallery Pl–Chinatown exit 1· Capital One Arena, Chinatown♿

Gallery Pl–Chinatown exit 2· Capital One Arena, Chinatown♿

Gallery Pl–Chinatown exit 3· Capital One Arena, Chinatown♿

Gallery Pl–Chinatown exit 4· Capital One Arena, Chinatown♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Foggy Bottom–GWU

underground

Foggy Bottom–GWU, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 1· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 2· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 3· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

Foggy Bottom–GWU exit 4· George Washington University, Kennedy Center♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access