How to get from Silver Spring to Alexandria by metro?

Silver Spring to Alexandria - Metro Schedule

The RED metro from Silver Spring to Alexandria runs from 5:09 AM to 11:45 PM, with departures every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 45 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Silver Spring to Alexandria by metro

To get from Silver Spring to Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD, take the RED metro from Silver Spring station to Fort Totten station. Next, take the YELLOW metro from Fort Totten station to Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $2.90. The metro schedule from Silver Spring may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria on the Moovit app.

45min$2.90
Walk to metro station
Metro - RED
Metro - YELLOW
Leaves from Silver Spring

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Silver Spring
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Shady Grove
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Fort Totten
    6 min
  • 4
    Metro - YELLOWYELLOW
    Wait for metro
    YELLOW
    Huntington
  • 5
    Ride to metro station Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St.
    Ride to metro station
    Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St.
    32 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Silver Spring to Alexandria

The distance between Silver Spring, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Alexandria, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD is approximately 16.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Silver Spring to Alexandria by metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro schedule from Silver Spring to Alexandria

To check the metro schedule from Silver Spring to Alexandria using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Silver Spring) and destination (Alexandria), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each metro, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest metro schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Silver Spring to Alexandria?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Metro line RED, Metro line YELLOW.

  • Is there a direct metro between Silver Spring and Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 metro lines in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Silver Spring to Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    The RED metro line goes from Silver Spring station near Silver Spring to Fort Totten station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till Fort Totten station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How long does it take to travel from Silver Spring to Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD by metro?

    The total travel time between Silver Spring and Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD by metro is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Silver Spring to get to Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    Get on the RED metro from the Silver Spring station near Silver Spring in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Silver Spring and Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD?

    Get off the metro at the Fort Totten station, which is closest to Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How much is the metro fare from Silver Spring to Alexandria?

    The ride from Silver Spring to Alexandria costs $2.90.

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