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

The journey from Union Station to Anacostia takes approximately 30 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 12.36 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from Union Station to Anacostia?

The token fare from Union Station to Anacostia 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 Union Station for Anacostia?

At Union Station, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Shady Grove. Look for the electronic board showing "Shady Grove".

What is the last train from Union Station to Anacostia?

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

How many stops from Union Station to Anacostia?

There are 4 stops between Union Station and Anacostia on the Red Line. The stations are: Union Station, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Union Station To Anacostia

ShortestShortest Route

Union Station

Platform 2·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Arrive Platform 1·underground2.27 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

L'Enfant Plaza

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+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Waterfront

+13.22 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Anacostia

Arrive Platform 1·underground10.09 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

30 min

Total time

stops

12.36 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

1.67 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.77 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~49 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹84

Auto

₹178

Cab

₹322

Estimates for 12.36 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

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

Arrival station

Anacostia

underground

Anacostia, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines