How long does it take from Rosslyn to Friendship Heights by metro?

The journey from Rosslyn to Friendship Heights takes approximately 46 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 20.08 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rosslyn to Friendship Heights?

The token fare from Rosslyn to Friendship Heights 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 Rosslyn for Friendship Heights?

At Rosslyn, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Franconia–Springfield. Look for the electronic board showing "Franconia–Springfield".

What is the last train from Rosslyn to Friendship Heights?

The last train from Rosslyn towards Franconia–Springfield departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Friendship Heights back towards Rosslyn departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Rosslyn to Friendship Heights?

There are 9 stops between Rosslyn and Friendship Heights on the Blue Line. The stations are: Rosslyn, Foggy Bottom–GWU, Farragut West, McPherson Sq, Metro Center.

Rosslyn To Friendship Heights

ShortestShortest Route

Rosslyn

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Foggy Bottom–GWU

orange interchange

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Farragut West

+8.92 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

McPherson Sq

orange interchange

+13.38 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground8.72 km

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

interchange Metro Center — 5 min

Platform 3 · Red Line ·Platform 1 Towards Shady Grove

+5 min

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Farragut North

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Dupont Circle

+9.28 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Woodley Park

+13.91 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Tenleytown–AU

+18.54 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Friendship Heights

Arrive Platform 2·underground11.36 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

20.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rosslyn	05:00	00:00	Towards Franconia–Springfield
Friendship Heights	05:00	23:00	Towards Rosslyn

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

2.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.24 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~80 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹130

Auto

₹270

Cab

₹492

Estimates for 20.08 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Blue Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Rosslyn

underground

Rosslyn, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Rosslyn exit 1· Rosslyn♿

Rosslyn exit 2· Rosslyn♿

Rosslyn exit 3· Rosslyn♿

Rosslyn exit 4· Rosslyn♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Friendship Heights

underground

Friendship Heights, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines