How long does it take from U Street to Branch Ave by metro?

The journey from U Street to Branch Ave takes approximately 40 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 20.18 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from U Street to Branch Ave?

The token fare from U Street to Branch Ave 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 U Street for Branch Ave?

At U Street, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Branch Ave. Look for the electronic board showing "Branch Ave".

What is the last train from U Street to Branch Ave?

The last train from U Street towards Branch Ave departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Branch Ave back towards U Street departs at 00:00.

How many stops from U Street to Branch Ave?

There are 6 stops between U Street and Branch Ave on the Green Line. The stations are: U Street, Mt Vernon Sq, Gallery Pl–Chinatown, L'Enfant Plaza, Waterfront, Anacostia, Branch Ave.

U Street To Branch Ave

ShortestShortest Route

U Street

Platform 1·underground·Green LineTowards Branch Ave

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Mt Vernon Sq

yellow interchange

+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangeyellow interchange

+13.24 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Waterfront

+26.46 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Anacostia

+33.09 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Branch Ave

Arrive Platform 1·underground20.18 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

20.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
U Street	05:00	23:00	Towards Branch Ave
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	Towards U Street

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

2.72 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.25 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~81 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹132

Auto

₹272

Cab

₹494

Estimates for 20.18 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

U Street

underground

U Street, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Branch Ave

underground

Branch Ave, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Branch Ave exit 1· Branch Ave area♿

Branch Ave exit 2· Branch Ave area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines