How long does it take from Mt Vernon Sq to Capitol South by metro?

The journey from Mt Vernon Sq to Capitol South takes approximately 26 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 10.55 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Mt Vernon Sq to Capitol South?

The token fare from Mt Vernon Sq to Capitol South 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 Mt Vernon Sq for Capitol South?

At Mt Vernon Sq, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Greenbelt. Look for the electronic board showing "Greenbelt".

What is the last train from Mt Vernon Sq to Capitol South?

The last train from Mt Vernon Sq towards Greenbelt departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Capitol South back towards Mt Vernon Sq departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Mt Vernon Sq to Capitol South?

There are 3 stops between Mt Vernon Sq and Capitol South on the Green Line. The stations are: Mt Vernon Sq, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, L'Enfant Plaza.

Mt Vernon Sq To Capitol South

ShortestShortest Route

Mt Vernon Sq

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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+6.63 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

L'Enfant Plaza

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Arrive Platform 5·underground6.73 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 5 · Orange Line ·Platform 3 Towards Vienna

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

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Platform 3·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

Capitol South

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

26 min

Total time

stops

10.55 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Mt Vernon Sq	05:00	00:00	Towards Greenbelt
Capitol South	05:00	23:00	Towards Mt Vernon Sq

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

1.42 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.65 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~42 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹74

Auto

₹156

Cab

₹282

Estimates for 10.55 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

Mt Vernon Sq

underground

Mt Vernon Sq, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Mt Vernon Sq exit 1· Convention Center♿

Mt Vernon Sq exit 2· Convention Center♿

Mt Vernon Sq exit 3· Convention Center♿

Mt Vernon Sq exit 4· Convention Center♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Capitol South

underground

Capitol South, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines