How to get from American University to Alexandria by bus and metro?

American University to Alexandria - Bus Schedule

The D96 bus from American University to Alexandria runs from 5:46 AM to 11:17 PM, with departures every 20-30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 13 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From American University to Alexandria by bus and metro

To get from American University to Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD, take the D96 bus from Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW station to 19 St Nw+I St NW station. Next, take the BLUE metro from Farragut West station to Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St. station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus and metro schedule from American University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Alexandria on the Moovit app.

73min$2.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - D96D96
Metro - BLUE
Leaves from Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW
    ID 1002411
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - D96D96
    Wait for bus
    D96
    South To Potomac Park
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    19 St Nw+I St NW
    ID 1001171
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Farragut West
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Metro - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for metro
    BLUE
    Franconia-Springfield
  • 6
    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.
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from American University to Alexandria

The distance between American University, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Alexandria, Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD is approximately 14.59 mi, which can typically be traveled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from American University to Alexandria by bus and metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Metro schedule from American University to Alexandria

To check the bus and metro schedule from American University to Alexandria using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (American University) and destination (Alexandria), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and metro routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and metro schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from American University to Alexandria?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line D96, Metro line BLUE.

  • Is there a direct bus between American University and Alexandria?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from American University to Alexandria?

    The D96 bus line goes from Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW station near American University in Washington to 19 St Nw+I St NW station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till 19 St Nw+I St NW station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How long does it take to travel from American University to Alexandria by bus and metro?

    The total travel time between American University in Washington and Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD by bus and metro is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near American University to get to Alexandria?

    Get on the D96 bus from the Massachusetts Av Nw+Fordham Rd NW stop near American University in Washington.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between American University and Alexandria?

    Get off the bus at the 19 St Nw+I St NW station, which is closest to Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • How much is the bus fare from American University to Alexandria?

    The ride from American University to Alexandria costs $2.75.

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