How long does it take from Union Station to Branch Ave by metro?

The journey from Union Station to Branch Ave takes approximately 36 minutes by Washington Metro, covering 15.72 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Union Station to Branch Ave?

The token fare from Union Station to Branch Ave 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 Branch Ave?

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 Branch Ave?

The last train from Union Station towards Shady Grove departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Branch Ave back towards Union Station departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Union Station to Branch Ave?

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

Union Station À Branch Ave

ShortestShortest Route

Union Station

Quai 2·underground·Red LineVers Shady Grove

Premier train: 05:00Dernier train: 23:00Doors open: right

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Arrive Platform 1·underground2.27 km

Premier train: 05:00Dernier train: 00:00

correspondance Gallery Pl–Chinatown — 5 min

Quai 1 · Green Line ·Quai 3 Vers Greenbelt

+5 min

Gallery Pl–Chinatown

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Quai 3·underground·Green LineVers Greenbelt

Premier train: 05:00Dernier train: 00:00Doors open: right

L'Enfant Plaza

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+6.61 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Waterfront

+13.22 min

6.61 min · 3.36 km

Anacostia

+19.85 min

6.63 min · 3.37 km

Branch Ave

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.45 km

Premier train: 05:00Dernier train: 00:00

Route on the map

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Aperçu du trajet

36 min

Total time

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15.72 km

Distance

Interchanges

Premier et dernier trains

Station	Premier train	Dernier train	Direction
Union Station	05:00	23:00	Vers Shady Grove
Branch Ave	05:00	00:00	Vers 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).

Tarifs et carte

Token fare

₹2.25

Buy at counter or TVM

Carte à puce

₹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

Voyage écologique

2.12 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.97 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~63 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Comparaison des coûts

Metro

₹2.25

Bike

₹104

Auto

₹218

Cab

₹396

Estimates for 15.72 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Questions fréquentes

Itinéraires populaires

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

Équipements

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Branch Ave

underground

Branch Ave, Washington, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Branch Ave exit 1· Branch Ave area♿

Branch Ave exit 2· Branch Ave area♿

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

Équipements

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines