How long does it take from New Carrollton to Dupont Circle by metro?

The journey from New Carrollton to Dupont Circle takes approximately 45 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 17.82 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from New Carrollton to Dupont Circle?

The token fare from New Carrollton to Dupont Circle 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 New Carrollton for Dupont Circle?

At New Carrollton, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Vienna. Look for the electronic board showing "Vienna".

What is the last train from New Carrollton to Dupont Circle?

The last train from New Carrollton towards Vienna departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Dupont Circle back towards New Carrollton departs at 00:00.

How many stops from New Carrollton to Dupont Circle?

There are 6 stops between New Carrollton and Dupont Circle on the Orange Line. The stations are: New Carrollton, Capitol South, L'Enfant Plaza.

New Carrollton To Dupont Circle

ShortestShortest Route

New Carrollton

Platform 1·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

Capitol South

+7.45 min

7.45 min · 3.82 km

L'Enfant Plaza

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Arrive Platform 3·underground7.64 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 3 · Green Line ·Platform 5 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

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Platform 5·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Arrive Platform 3·underground3.36 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Shady Grove

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Metro Center

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+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Farragut North

+9.26 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Dupont Circle

Arrive Platform 2·underground6.82 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

17.82 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
New Carrollton	05:00	00:00	Towards Vienna
Dupont Circle	05:00	23:00	Towards New Carrollton

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

2.41 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.10 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~71 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹116

Auto

₹244

Cab

₹442

Estimates for 17.82 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Orange Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

New Carrollton

underground

New Carrollton, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

New Carrollton exit 1· New Carrollton area♿

New Carrollton exit 2· New Carrollton area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Dupont Circle

underground

Dupont Circle, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines