How to get from Takoma to Alexandria,VA by metro?

Takoma to Alexandria,VA - Metro Schedule

The RED metro from Takoma to Alexandria,VA runs from 5:12 AM to 11:48 PM, with departures every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 56 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Takoma to Alexandria,VA by metro

To get from Takoma to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria, take the RED metro from Takoma station to Gallery Place-Chinatown station. Next, take the YELLOW metro from Gallery Place-Chinatown station to King Street-Old Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is $4.15. The metro schedule from Takoma may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria,VA on the Moovit app.

56min$4.15
Metro - RED
Metro - YELLOW
Walk to Alexandria,VA
Leaves from Takoma

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Takoma
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Shady Grove
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Gallery Place-Chinatown
    15 min
  • 4
    Metro - YELLOWYELLOW
    Wait for metro
    YELLOW
    Huntington
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    King Street-Old Town
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to Alexandria,VA
    Walk to
    Alexandria,VA
    0.68 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Takoma to Alexandria,VA

The distance between Takoma and Alexandria,VA is approximately 16.26 mi, which can typically be traveled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Takoma to Alexandria,VA by metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Alexandria – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro schedule from Takoma to Alexandria,VA

To check the metro schedule from Takoma to Alexandria,VA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Takoma) and destination (Alexandria,VA), 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 Takoma to Alexandria,VA?

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Metro line RED, Metro line YELLOW.

  • Is there a direct metro between Takoma and Alexandria,VA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 metro lines in total. The total traveling time is 56 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Takoma to Alexandria,VA?

    The RED metro line goes from Gallery Place-Chinatown station near Takoma in Washington to King Street-Old Town station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till King Street-Old Town station near Alexandria,VA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Takoma to Alexandria,VA by metro?

    The total travel time between Takoma and Alexandria,VA by metro is about 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Takoma to get to Alexandria,VA?

    Get on the RED metro from the Gallery Place-Chinatown station near Takoma in Washington.

  • Where do I get off the metro when traveling between Takoma and Alexandria,VA?

    Get off the metro at the King Street-Old Town station, which is closest to Alexandria,VA.

  • How much is the metro fare from Takoma to Alexandria,VA?

    The ride from Takoma to Alexandria,VA costs $4.15.

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