How long does it take from Shady Grove to McPherson Sq by metro?

The journey from Shady Grove to McPherson Sq takes approximately 42 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 18.09 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shady Grove to McPherson Sq?

The token fare from Shady Grove to McPherson 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 Shady Grove for McPherson Sq?

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

What is the last train from Shady Grove to McPherson Sq?

The last train from Shady Grove towards Shady Grove departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from McPherson Sq back towards Shady Grove departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Shady Grove to McPherson Sq?

There are 8 stops between Shady Grove and McPherson Sq on the Red Line. The stations are: Shady Grove, Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center.

Shady Grove To McPherson Sq

ShortestShortest Route

Shady Grove

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Bethesda

+4.63 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Friendship Heights

+9.28 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Dupont Circle

+23.17 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Farragut North

+27.82 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.91 km

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

interchange Metro Center — 5 min

Platform 1 · Blue Line ·Platform 3 Towards Franconia–Springfield

+5 min

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

Platform 3·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

McPherson Sq

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

18.09 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shady Grove	05:00	00:00	Towards Shady Grove
McPherson Sq	05:00	00:00	Towards Shady Grove

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

2.44 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.12 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~72 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹118

Auto

₹248

Cab

₹448

Estimates for 18.09 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Shady GroveGlenmont

Red Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Shady Grove

underground

Shady Grove, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Shady Grove exit 1· Shady Grove area♿

Shady Grove exit 2· Shady Grove area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

McPherson Sq

underground

McPherson Sq, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

McPherson Sq exit 1· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 2· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 3· White House area♿

McPherson Sq exit 4· White House area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access