How to get from Alexandria to National Mall by metro?

Alexandria to National Mall - Metro Schedule

The BLUE metro from Alexandria to National Mall runs from 5:15 AM to 11:38 PM, with departures every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 31 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Alexandria to National Mall by metro

Take one direct metro from Alexandria to National Mall in Washington: take the BLUE metro from Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St. station to Smithsonian Metrorail station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $3.85. The metro schedule from Alexandria may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to National Mall on the Moovit app.

31min$3.85
Metro - BLUE
Walk to National Mall
Leaves from Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St.

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Alexandria
  • 2
    Metro - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for metro
    BLUE
    Largo
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Smithsonian Metrorail
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to National Mall
    Walk to
    National Mall
    Madison Dr NW
    220 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alexandria to National Mall

The distance between Alexandria, Washington and National Mall, Washington is approximately 10.7 mi, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alexandria to National Mall by metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro schedule from Alexandria to National Mall

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Metro line BLUE.

  • Is there a direct metro between Alexandria and National Mall?

    Yes, there’s a direct metro going from Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to National Mall in Washington in 31 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Alexandria to National Mall?

    The BLUE metro line goes from Smithsonian Metrorail station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to National Mall station near National Mall in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Alexandria to National Mall by metro?

    The total travel time between Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and National Mall in Washington by metro is about 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Alexandria to get to National Mall?

    Get on the BLUE metro from the Smithsonian Metrorail station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Alexandria and National Mall?

    Get off the metro at the National Mall station, which is closest to National Mall in Washington.

  • When is the first train from Alexandria to National Mall?

    The first train from Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to National Mall in Washington is Fredericksburg Line. It leaves the Alexandria station at 2:01 AM.

  • When is the last metro from Alexandria to National Mall?

    The last metro from Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to National Mall in Washington is the Blue line. It leaves the Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St. station at 7:25 PM.

  • How much is the metro fare from Alexandria to National Mall?

    The ride from Alexandria to National Mall costs $3.85.

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