How long does it take from Smithsonian to Pentagon by metro?

The journey from Smithsonian to Pentagon takes approximately 16 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 5.58 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Smithsonian to Pentagon?

The token fare from Smithsonian to Pentagon 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 Smithsonian for Pentagon?

At Smithsonian, 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 Smithsonian to Pentagon?

The last train from Smithsonian towards Franconia–Springfield departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Pentagon back towards Smithsonian departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Smithsonian to Pentagon?

There are 2 stops between Smithsonian and Pentagon on the Blue Line. The stations are: Smithsonian, L'Enfant Plaza.

Smithsonian To Pentagon

ShortestShortest Route

Smithsonian

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

L'Enfant Plaza

orange interchangegreen interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.18 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 7 Towards Huntington

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Platform 7·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

Pentagon

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.4 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

16 min

Total time

stops

5.58 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Smithsonian	05:00	00:00	Towards Franconia–Springfield
Pentagon	05:00	00:00	Towards Smithsonian

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

0.75 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.35 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~22 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹44

Auto

₹96

Cab

₹172

Estimates for 5.58 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

Smithsonian

underground

Smithsonian, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Smithsonian exit 1· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 2· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 3· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

Smithsonian exit 4· National Mall, Smithsonian♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival 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