How long does it take from Mt Vernon Sq to King St–Old Town by metro?

The journey from Mt Vernon Sq to King St–Old Town takes approximately 27 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.6 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Mt Vernon Sq to King St–Old Town?

The token fare from Mt Vernon Sq to King St–Old Town 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 King St–Old Town?

At Mt Vernon Sq, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Huntington. Look for the electronic board showing "Huntington".

What is the last train from Mt Vernon Sq to King St–Old Town?

The last train from Mt Vernon Sq towards Huntington departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from King St–Old Town back towards Mt Vernon Sq departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Mt Vernon Sq to King St–Old Town?

There are 4 stops between Mt Vernon Sq and King St–Old Town on the Yellow Line. The stations are: Mt Vernon Sq, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, L'Enfant Plaza, Pentagon, King St–Old Town.

Mt Vernon Sq To King St–Old Town

ShortestShortest Route

Mt Vernon Sq

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangegreen interchange

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

+13.36 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Pentagon

blue interchange

+20.04 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

King St–Old Town

Arrive Platform 2·underground13.6 km

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

Route on the map

4stops2changes

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Journey at a glance

27 min

Total time

stops

13.6 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Mt Vernon Sq	05:00	00:00	Towards Huntington
King St–Old Town	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

1.84 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.84 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~54 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹92

Auto

₹194

Cab

₹350

Estimates for 13.6 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Yellow Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

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

King St–Old Town

underground

King St–Old Town, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines