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

The journey from Waterfront to Ballston–MU takes approximately 52 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 18.76 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Waterfront to Ballston–MU?

The token fare from Waterfront 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 Waterfront for Ballston–MU?

At Waterfront, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Greenbelt. Look for the electronic board showing "Greenbelt".

What is the last train from Waterfront to Ballston–MU?

The last train from Waterfront towards Greenbelt departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Ballston–MU back towards Waterfront departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Waterfront to Ballston–MU?

There are 6 stops between Waterfront and Ballston–MU on the Green Line. The stations are: Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza.

Waterfront To Ballston–MU

ShortestShortest Route

Waterfront

Platform 2·underground·Green LineTowards Greenbelt

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

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangeyellow interchange

Arrive Platform 5·underground3.36 km

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

interchange L'Enfant Plaza — 5 min

Platform 5 · Yellow Line ·Platform 7 Towards Huntington

+5 min

L'Enfant Plaza

blue interchangeorange interchangegreen interchange

Platform 7·underground·Yellow LineTowards Huntington

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

Pentagon

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.4 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

52 min

Total time

stops

18.76 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Waterfront	05:00	23:00	Towards Greenbelt
Ballston–MU	05:00	23:00	Towards Waterfront

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

2.53 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.16 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~75 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹122

Auto

₹256

Cab

₹462

Estimates for 18.76 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

Franconia–SpringfieldLargo Town Center

Departure station

Waterfront

underground

Waterfront, 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