How long does it take from Waterfront to L'Enfant Plaza by metro?

The journey from Waterfront to L'Enfant Plaza takes approximately 7 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 3.36 km across 1 stop.

What is the metro fare from Waterfront to L'Enfant Plaza?

The token fare from Waterfront to L'Enfant Plaza 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 L'Enfant Plaza?

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 L'Enfant Plaza?

The last train from Waterfront towards Greenbelt departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from L'Enfant Plaza back towards Waterfront departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Waterfront to L'Enfant Plaza?

There are 1 stop between Waterfront and L'Enfant Plaza on the Green Line. The stations are: Waterfront, L'Enfant Plaza.

Waterfront To L'Enfant Plaza

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

7 min

Total time

stops

3.36 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Waterfront	05:00	23:00	Towards Greenbelt
L'Enfant Plaza	05:00	00:00	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

0.45 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.21 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~13 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$2.25

Bike

$30

Auto

$70

Cab

$124

Estimates for 3.36 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Green Line

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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

L'Enfant Plaza

underground

L'Enfant Plaza, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

L'Enfant Plaza exit 1· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 2· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 3· L'Enfant Plaza♿

L'Enfant Plaza exit 4· L'Enfant Plaza♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access