How long does it take from U Street to Mt Vernon Sq by metro?

The journey from U Street to Mt Vernon Sq takes approximately 7 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 3.36 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from U Street to Mt Vernon Sq?

The token fare from U Street to Mt Vernon 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 U Street for Mt Vernon Sq?

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 Mt Vernon Sq?

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

How many stops from U Street to Mt Vernon Sq?

There are 1 stop between U Street and Mt Vernon Sq on the Green Line. The stations are: U Street, Mt Vernon Sq.

U Street To Mt Vernon Sq

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

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.36 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

7 min

Total time

stops

3.36 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

0.45 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.21 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~13 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹30

Auto

₹70

Cab

₹124

Estimates for 3.36 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

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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

Mt Vernon Sq

underground

Mt Vernon Sq, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Mt Vernon Sq exit 1· Convention Center♿

Mt Vernon Sq exit 2· Convention Center♿

Mt Vernon Sq exit 3· Convention Center♿

Mt Vernon Sq exit 4· Convention Center♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access