How long does it take from Pentagon to Branch Ave by metro?

The journey from Pentagon to Branch Ave takes approximately 32 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.49 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Pentagon to Branch Ave?

The token fare from Pentagon 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 Pentagon for Branch Ave?

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

What is the last train from Pentagon to Branch Ave?

The last train from Pentagon towards Huntington departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Branch Ave back towards Pentagon departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Pentagon to Branch Ave?

There are 4 stops between Pentagon and Branch Ave on the Yellow Line. The stations are: Pentagon, L'Enfant Plaza.

Pentagon To Branch Ave

ShortestShortest Route

Pentagon

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 7·underground3.4 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 7 · Green Line ·Platform 5 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangeyellow interchange

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

32 min

Total time

stops

13.49 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Pentagon	05:00	00:00	Towards Huntington
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	Towards Pentagon

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

1.82 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

₹90

Auto

₹192

Cab

₹346

Estimates for 13.49 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Yellow Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Pentagon

underground

Pentagon, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Pentagon exit 1· The Pentagon♿

Pentagon exit 2· The Pentagon♿

Pentagon exit 3· The Pentagon♿

Pentagon exit 4· The Pentagon♿

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