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

The journey from Glenmont to Friendship Heights takes approximately 42 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 20.45 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Glenmont to Friendship Heights?

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

At Glenmont, 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 Glenmont to Friendship Heights?

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

How many stops from Glenmont to Friendship Heights?

There are 9 stops between Glenmont and Friendship Heights on the Red Line. The stations are: Glenmont, Fort Totten, Union Station, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, Metro Center, Farragut North, Dupont Circle, Woodley Park, Tenleytown–AU, Friendship Heights.

Glenmont To Friendship Heights

ShortestShortest Route

Glenmont

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Fort Totten

green interchange

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Union Station

+9.28 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Woodley Park

+32.45 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Tenleytown–AU

+37.08 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Friendship Heights

Arrive Platform 2·underground20.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

20.45 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

2.76 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.27 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~82 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹132

Auto

₹276

Cab

₹500

Estimates for 20.45 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

Glenmont

underground

Glenmont, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Glenmont exit 1· Glenmont area♿

Glenmont exit 2· Glenmont area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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