How long does it take from Shady Grove to Union Station by metro?

The journey from Shady Grove to Union Station takes approximately 42 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 20.45 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Shady Grove to Union Station?

The token fare from Shady Grove to Union Station 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 Union Station?

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 Union Station?

The last train from Shady Grove towards Shady Grove departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Union Station back towards Shady Grove departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Shady Grove to Union Station?

There are 9 stops between Shady Grove and Union Station on the Red Line. The stations are: Shady Grove, Bethesda, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown–AU, Woodley Park, Dupont Circle, Farragut North, Metro Center, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, Union Station.

Shady Grove To Union Station

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

Metro Center

blue interchangeorange interchange

+32.45 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

+37.08 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Union Station

Arrive Platform 1·underground20.45 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

20.45 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Shady Grove	05:00	00:00	Towards Shady Grove
Union Station	05:00	23:00	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

2.76 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.27 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~82 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹132

Auto

₹276

Cab

₹500

Estimates for 20.45 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

Union Station

underground

Union Station, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines