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

The journey from Pentagon to Mt Vernon Sq takes approximately 20 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 10.2 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Pentagon to Mt Vernon Sq?

The token fare from Pentagon to Mt Vernon Sq 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 Mt Vernon Sq?

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 Mt Vernon Sq?

The last train from Pentagon towards Huntington departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Mt Vernon Sq back towards Pentagon departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Pentagon to Mt Vernon Sq?

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

Pentagon To Mt Vernon Sq

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

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangegreen interchange

+13.36 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Mt Vernon Sq

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.2 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

20 min

Total time

stops

10.2 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Pentagon	05:00	00:00	Towards Huntington
Mt Vernon Sq	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

1.38 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.63 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~41 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹72

Auto

₹152

Cab

₹274

Estimates for 10.2 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

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

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