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

The journey from Union Station to Columbia Heights takes approximately 23 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 9 km across 3 stops.

What is the metro fare from Union Station to Columbia Heights?

The token fare from Union Station to Columbia Heights 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 Columbia Heights?

At Union Station, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Glenmont. Look for the electronic board showing "Glenmont".

What is the last train from Union Station to Columbia Heights?

The last train from Union Station towards Glenmont departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Columbia Heights back towards Union Station departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Union Station to Columbia Heights?

There are 3 stops between Union Station and Columbia Heights on the Red Line. The stations are: Union Station, Fort Totten.

Union Station To Columbia Heights

ShortestShortest Route

Union Station

Platform 1·underground·Red LineTowards Glenmont

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

Fort Totten

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.28 km

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

interchange Fort Totten — 5 min

Platform 1 · Green Line ·Platform 3 Towards Greenbelt

+5 min

Fort Totten

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

Georgia Ave–Petworth

+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Columbia Heights

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.72 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

9 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Union Station	05:00	23:00	Towards Glenmont
Columbia Heights	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

1.22 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.56 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~36 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹64

Auto

₹138

Cab

₹248

Estimates for 9 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

Columbia Heights

underground

Columbia Heights, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines