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

The journey from Smithsonian to Shady Grove takes approximately 42 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 18.1 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Smithsonian to Shady Grove?

The token fare from Smithsonian to Shady Grove 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 Shady Grove?

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 Shady Grove?

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

How many stops from Smithsonian to Shady Grove?

There are 8 stops between Smithsonian and Shady Grove on the Blue Line. The stations are: Smithsonian, Metro Center.

Smithsonian To Shady Grove

ShortestShortest Route

Smithsonian

orange interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Metro Center

red interchangeorange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.19 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

Friendship Heights

+23.17 min

4.63 min · 2.27 km

Bethesda

+27.82 min

4.65 min · 2.28 km

Shady Grove

Arrive Platform 1·underground15.91 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

18.1 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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 18.1 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

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