How to get from National Mall to Pentagon by metro?

National Mall to Pentagon - Metro Schedule

The BLUE metro from National Mall to Pentagon runs from 5:19 AM to 11:49 PM, with departures every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 27 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From National Mall to Pentagon by metro

Take one direct metro from National Mall to Pentagon in Arlington County: take the BLUE metro from Smithsonian Metrorail station to Pentagon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $2.25. The metro schedule from National Mall may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Pentagon on the Moovit app.

27min$2.25
Walk to metro station
Metro - BLUE
Walk to Pentagon
Leaves from Smithsonian Metrorail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Smithsonian Metrorail
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Metro - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for metro
    BLUE
    Franconia-Springfield
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Pentagon
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Pentagon
    Walk to
    Pentagon
    N Rotary Rd
    510 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from National Mall to Pentagon

The distance between National Mall, Arlington County and Pentagon, Arlington County is approximately 5.79 mi, which can typically be traveled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from National Mall to Pentagon by metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Arlington County – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro schedule from National Mall to Pentagon

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

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Metro line BLUE.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct metro going from National Mall in Washington to Pentagon in Arlington County in 27 min.

  • Which metro line goes from National Mall to Pentagon?

    The BLUE metro line goes from Smithsonian Metrorail station near National Mall in Washington to Pentagon station near Pentagon in Arlington County.

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

    The total travel time between National Mall in Washington and Pentagon in Arlington County by metro is about 27 min.

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

    Get on the BLUE metro from the Smithsonian Metrorail station near National Mall in Washington.

  • Where do I get off the metro when traveling between National Mall and Pentagon?

    Get off the metro at the Pentagon station, which is closest to Pentagon in Arlington County.

  • When is the first metro from National Mall to Pentagon?

    The first metro from National Mall in Washington to Pentagon in Arlington County is Blue. It leaves the Smithsonian Metrorail station at 1:19 AM.

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

    The ride from National Mall to Pentagon costs $2.25.

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