How long does it take from Union Station to Franconia–Springfield by metro?

The journey from Union Station to Franconia–Springfield takes approximately 37 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 13.43 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Union Station to Franconia–Springfield?

The token fare from Union Station to Franconia–Springfield 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 Franconia–Springfield?

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 Franconia–Springfield?

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

How many stops from Union Station to Franconia–Springfield?

There are 5 stops between Union Station and Franconia–Springfield on the Red Line. The stations are: Union Station, Gallery Pl–Chinatown.

Union Station To Franconia–Springfield

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

King St–Old Town

+4.46 min

4.46 min · 2.18 km

Franconia–Springfield

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.36 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

37 min

Total time

stops

13.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Union Station	05:00	23:00	Towards Shady Grove
Franconia–Springfield	05:00	00:00	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

1.81 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.83 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~54 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹90

Auto

₹192

Cab

₹346

Estimates for 13.43 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

Franconia–Springfield

underground

Franconia–Springfield, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Franconia–Springfield exit 1· Franconia–Springfield area♿

Franconia–Springfield exit 2· Franconia–Springfield area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines