How long does it take from Union Station to Ballston–MU by metro?

The journey from Union Station to Ballston–MU takes approximately 57 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 21.07 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Union Station to Ballston–MU?

The token fare from Union Station to Ballston–MU 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 Ballston–MU?

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 Ballston–MU?

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

How many stops from Union Station to Ballston–MU?

There are 7 stops between Union Station and Ballston–MU on the Red Line. The stations are: Union Station, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Union Station To Ballston–MU

ShortestShortest Route

Union Station

Platform 2·underground·Red LineTowards Shady Grove

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

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

green interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.27 km

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

interchange Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Platform 1 · Yellow Line ·Platform 5 Towards Huntington

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

red interchangegreen interchange

Platform 5·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

+6.68 min

6.68 min · 3.4 km

Pentagon

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground6.8 km

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

interchange Pentagon — 5 min

Platform 3 · Blue Line ·Platform 1 Towards Franconia–Springfield

+5 min

Pentagon

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·Blue LineTowards Franconia–Springfield

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

Arlington Cemetery

+4.48 min

4.48 min · 2.19 km

Rosslyn

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.37 km

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

interchange Rosslyn — 5 min

Platform 1 · Orange Line ·Platform 3 Towards Vienna

+5 min

Rosslyn

blue interchange

Platform 3·underground·Orange LineTowards Vienna

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

Clarendon

+7.43 min

7.43 min · 3.81 km

Ballston–MU

Arrive Platform 2·underground7.63 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

57 min

Total time

stops

21.07 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Union Station	05:00	23:00	Towards Shady Grove
Ballston–MU	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

2.84 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.31 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~84 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹136

Auto

₹282

Cab

₹514

Estimates for 21.07 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

Ballston–MU

underground

Ballston–MU, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines