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

From Bethesda to Alexandria,VA by metro

To get from Bethesda to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria, take the RED metro from Bethesda Metro Station station to Metro Center station. Next, take the BLUE metro from Metro Center station to King Street-Old Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $4.60. The metro schedule from Bethesda may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria,VA on the Moovit app.

67min$4.60
Walk to metro station
Metro - RED
Metro - BLUE
Walk to Alexandria,VA
Leaves from Bethesda Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Bethesda Metro Station
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Metro Center
    17 min
  • 4
    Metro - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for metro
    BLUE
    Franconia-Springfield
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    King Street-Old Town
    25 min
  • 6
    Walk to Alexandria,VA
    Walk to
    Alexandria,VA
    0.68 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Bethesda to Alexandria,VA by metro via RED and YELLOW

To get from Bethesda to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria, take the RED metro from Bethesda Metro Station 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 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $4.70. The metro schedule from Bethesda may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria,VA on the Moovit app.

65min$4.70
Walk to metro station
Metro - RED
Metro - YELLOW
Walk to Alexandria,VA
Leaves from Bethesda Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Bethesda Metro Station
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Gallery Place-Chinatown
    18 min
  • 4
    Metro - YELLOWYELLOW
    Wait for metro
    YELLOW
    Huntington
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    King Street-Old Town
    20 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 Bethesda to Alexandria,VA

The distance between Bethesda and Alexandria,VA is approximately 18.54 mi, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bethesda 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 Bethesda to Alexandria,VA

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Bethesda to Alexandria,VA by metro via RED and YELLOW

To get from Bethesda to Alexandria,VA in Alexandria, take the RED metro from Bethesda Metro Station 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 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $4.70. The metro schedule from Bethesda may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Alexandria,VA on the Moovit app.

65min$4.70
Walk to metro station
Metro - RED
Metro - YELLOW
Walk to Alexandria,VA
Leaves from Bethesda Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Bethesda Metro Station
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Gallery Place-Chinatown
    18 min
  • 4
    Metro - YELLOWYELLOW
    Wait for metro
    YELLOW
    Huntington
  • 5
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    King Street-Old Town
    20 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 Bethesda to Alexandria,VA?

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Metro line RED, Metro line BLUE.

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

    The alternative route takes 65 minutes, using Metro line RED, Metro line YELLOW.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 metro lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

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

    The RED metro line goes from Bethesda Metro Station station near Bethesda in Montgomery County to Glenmont station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till Glenmont station near Alexandria,VA.

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

    The total travel time between Bethesda and Alexandria,VA by metro is about 1 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the RED metro from the Bethesda Metro Station station near Bethesda in Montgomery County.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Bethesda and Alexandria,VA?

    Get off the metro at the Glenmont station, which is closest to Alexandria,VA.

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

    The ride from Bethesda to Alexandria,VA costs $4.60.

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