How long does it take from Metro Center to Arlington Cemetery by metro?

The journey from Metro Center to Arlington Cemetery takes approximately 33 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 11.26 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Metro Center to Arlington Cemetery?

The token fare from Metro Center to Arlington Cemetery 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 Metro Center for Arlington Cemetery?

At Metro Center, 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 Metro Center to Arlington Cemetery?

The last train from Metro Center towards Shady Grove departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Arlington Cemetery back towards Metro Center departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Metro Center to Arlington Cemetery?

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

Metro Center To Arlington Cemetery

ShortestShortest Route

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.27 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 5 Towards Huntington

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangegreen interchange

Platform 5·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Pentagon

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.8 km

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

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

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

+5 min

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Arlington Cemetery

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.19 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

33 min

Total time

stops

11.26 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Metro Center	05:00	00:00	Towards Shady Grove
Arlington Cemetery	05:00	23:00	Towards Metro Center

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

1.52 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.70 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~45 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹78

Auto

₹166

Cab

₹298

Estimates for 11.26 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

Metro Center

underground

Metro Center, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Metro Center exit 1· Metro Center♿

Metro Center exit 2· Metro Center♿

Metro Center exit 3· Metro Center♿

Metro Center exit 4· Metro Center♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Arlington Cemetery

underground

Arlington Cemetery, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines