How to get from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro?

Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute - Metro Schedule

The BLUE metro from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute runs from 5:15 AM to 11:38 PM, with departures every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 35 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, take the BLUE metro from Braddock Rd - North Side Braddock Rd. at West St. station to Mcpherson Sq Metro Station station. Next, take the D50 bus from 14 St Nw+I St NW station to 14 St Nw+Constitution Av NW station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $4.80. The bus and metro schedule from Alexandria may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

35min$4.80
Metro - BLUE
Bus - D50D50
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
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
    Mcpherson Sq Metro Station
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    14 St Nw+I St NW
    ID 1001169
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - D50D50
    Wait for bus
    D50
    South To Waterfront
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    14 St Nw+Constitution Av NW
    ID 1000878
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Smithsonian Institute
    Walk to
    Smithsonian Institute
    1400 Constitution Ave NW Washington, DC 20004
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between Alexandria, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 10.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute 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 Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Metro line BLUE, Bus line D50.

  • Is there a direct metro between Alexandria and Smithsonian Institute?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute?

    The BLUE metro line goes from Mcpherson Sq Metro Station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to 14 St Nw+I St NW station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 14 St Nw+I St NW station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute by metro and bus?

    The total travel time between Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by metro and bus is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Alexandria to get to Smithsonian Institute?

    Get on the BLUE metro from the Mcpherson Sq Metro Station near Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the metro when travelling between Alexandria and Smithsonian Institute?

    Get off the metro at the 14 St Nw+I St NW stop, which is closest to Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • When is the first train from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute?

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

  • When is the last metro from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute?

    The last metro from Alexandria in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Smithsonian Institute 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 Smithsonian Institute?

    The ride from Alexandria to Smithsonian Institute costs $4.80.

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