How to get from Bethesda to National Arboretum by bus and metro?

Bethesda to National Arboretum - Metro Schedule

The RED metro from Bethesda to National Arboretum runs from 5:17 AM to 11:48 PM, with departures every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 2 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Bethesda to National Arboretum by bus and metro

To get from Bethesda to National Arboretum in Washington, take the RED metro from Bethesda Metro Station station to Union Station station. Next, take the C43 bus from Massachusetts Ave NE & 1st St NE station to 21 Pl Ne+Maryland Av NE station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $5.05. The bus and metro schedule from Bethesda may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to National Arboretum on the Moovit app.

62min$5.05
Walk to metro station
Metro - RED
Bus - C43C43
Walk to National Arboretum
Leaves from Bethesda Metro Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Bethesda Metro Station
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Union Station
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Massachusetts Ave NE & 1st St NE
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - C43C43
    Wait for bus
    C43
    North To Carver Terrace
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    21 Pl Ne+Maryland Av NE
    ID 1003243
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to National Arboretum
    Walk to
    National Arboretum
    National Arboretum
    0.75 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from Bethesda to National Arboretum

The distance between Bethesda, Washington and National Arboretum, Washington is approximately 11.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bethesda to National Arboretum by bus and metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Metro schedule from Bethesda to National Arboretum

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

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bethesda to National Arboretum?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Metro line RED, Bus line C43.

  • Is there a direct metro between Bethesda and National Arboretum?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 2 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Bethesda to National Arboretum?

    The RED metro line goes from Bethesda Metro Station near Bethesda in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Union Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Union Station near National Arboretum in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Bethesda to National Arboretum by metro and bus?

    The total travel time between Bethesda in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and National Arboretum in Washington by metro and bus is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Bethesda to get to National Arboretum?

    Get on the RED metro from the Bethesda Metro Station near Bethesda in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Bethesda and National Arboretum?

    Get off the metro at the Union Station, which is closest to National Arboretum in Washington.

  • How much is the metro fare from Bethesda to National Arboretum?

    The ride from Bethesda to National Arboretum costs $5.05.

Popular Routes