How long does it take from L'Enfant Plaza to Branch Ave by metro?

The journey from L'Enfant Plaza to Branch Ave takes approximately 20 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 10.09 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from L'Enfant Plaza to Branch Ave?

The token fare from L'Enfant Plaza to Branch Ave 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 L'Enfant Plaza for Branch Ave?

At L'Enfant Plaza, board from Platform 5 (underground station). The train runs Towards Greenbelt. Look for the electronic board showing "Greenbelt".

What is the last train from L'Enfant Plaza to Branch Ave?

The last train from L'Enfant Plaza towards Greenbelt departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Branch Ave back towards L'Enfant Plaza departs at 00:00.

How many stops from L'Enfant Plaza to Branch Ave?

There are 3 stops between L'Enfant Plaza and Branch Ave on the Green Line. The stations are: L'Enfant Plaza, Waterfront, Anacostia, Branch Ave.

L'Enfant Plaza To Branch Ave

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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

+13.24 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Branch Ave

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.09 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

10.09 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
L'Enfant Plaza	05:00	00:00	Towards Greenbelt
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	Towards L'Enfant Plaza

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

1.36 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.63 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~40 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹70

Auto

₹152

Cab

₹272

Estimates for 10.09 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

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Departure station

L'Enfant Plaza

underground

L'Enfant Plaza, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

L'Enfant Plaza exit 1· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 2· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 3· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 4· L'Enfant Plaza♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Branch Ave

underground

Branch Ave, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Branch Ave exit 1· Branch Ave area♿

Branch Ave exit 2· Branch Ave area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines