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How to get from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA by metro?

From Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA by metro

Take one direct metro from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria: take the BLUE metro from Smithsonian Metrorail station to King Street-Old Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is $4.10. The metro schedule from Smithsonian Metrorail may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria,VA on the Moovit app.

42min$4.10
Metro - BLUE
Walk to Alexandria,VA
Leaves from Smithsonian Metrorail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Smithsonian Metrorail
  • 2
    Metro - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for metro
    BLUE
    Franconia-Springfield
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    King Street-Old Town
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to Alexandria,VA
    Walk to
    Alexandria,VA
    0.68 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA by metro via ORANGE and YELLOW

To get from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria, take the ORANGE metro from Smithsonian Metrorail station to L'Enfant Plaza station. Next, take the YELLOW metro from L'Enfant Plaza station to King Street-Old Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The metro schedule from Smithsonian Metrorail may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria,VA on the Moovit app.

38min$2.75
Metro - ORANGE
Metro - YELLOW
Walk to Alexandria,VA
Leaves from Smithsonian Metrorail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Smithsonian Metrorail
  • 2
    Metro - ORANGEORANGE
    Wait for metro
    ORANGE
    New Carrollton
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    L'Enfant Plaza
    2 min
  • 4
    Metro - YELLOWYELLOW
    Wait for metro
    YELLOW
    Huntington
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    King Street-Old Town
    17 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 Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA

The distance between Smithsonian Metrorail and Alexandria,VA is approximately 11.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Smithsonian Metrorail 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 Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA

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

Alternative route from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA by metro via ORANGE and YELLOW

To get from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria, take the ORANGE metro from Smithsonian Metrorail station to L'Enfant Plaza station. Next, take the YELLOW metro from L'Enfant Plaza station to King Street-Old Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The metro schedule from Smithsonian Metrorail may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria,VA on the Moovit app.

38min$2.75
Metro - ORANGE
Metro - YELLOW
Walk to Alexandria,VA
Leaves from Smithsonian Metrorail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Smithsonian Metrorail
  • 2
    Metro - ORANGEORANGE
    Wait for metro
    ORANGE
    New Carrollton
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    L'Enfant Plaza
    2 min
  • 4
    Metro - YELLOWYELLOW
    Wait for metro
    YELLOW
    Huntington
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    King Street-Old Town
    17 min
  • 6
    Walk to Alexandria,VA
    Walk to
    Alexandria,VA
    0.68 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA?

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Metro line BLUE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA?

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Metro line ORANGE, Metro line YELLOW.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct metro going from Smithsonian Metrorail in Washington to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria in 42 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA?

    The BLUE metro line goes from Franconia-Springfield station near Smithsonian Metrorail in Washington to King Street-Old Town station near Alexandria,VA in Alexandria.

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

    The total travel time between Smithsonian Metrorail and Alexandria,VA by metro is about 42 min.

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

    Get on the BLUE metro from the Franconia-Springfield station near Smithsonian Metrorail in Washington.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Smithsonian Metrorail 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 Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA?

    The ride from Smithsonian Metrorail to Alexandria,VA costs $4.10.