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

Germantown to Smithsonian Institute - Bus Schedule

The 100 bus from Germantown to Smithsonian Institute runs from 12:00 AM to 11:05 PM, with departures every 10 min-4 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 12 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Germantown to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from Germantown to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one metro line: take the 100 bus from Germantown Transit Center & Bay B station to Shady Grove Station & Bay E station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED metro and finally take the D50 bus from 14 St Nw+G St NW station to 14 St Nw+Constitution Av NW station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus and metro schedule from Germantown may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

72min$1.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 100100
Metro - RED
Bus - D50D50
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
Leaves from Germantown Transit Center & Bay B

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Germantown Transit Center & Bay B
    ID 15182
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 100100
    Wait for bus
    100
    Shady Grove Express
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shady Grove Station & Bay E
    ID 26008
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Shady Grove
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Entrance B - 11th And G Sts.
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    14 St Nw+G St NW
    ID 1001076
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - D50D50
    Wait for bus
    D50
    South To Waterfront
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    14 St Nw+Constitution Av NW
    ID 1000878
    3 min
  • 10
    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 Germantown to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between Germantown, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 27.99 mi, which can typically be traveled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Germantown 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 Germantown to Smithsonian Institute

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

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 100, Metro line RED, Bus line D50.

  • Is there a direct bus between Germantown and Smithsonian Institute?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one metro line in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Germantown to Smithsonian Institute?

    The 100 bus line goes from Germantown Transit Center & Bay B station near Germantown in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Shady Grove Station & Bay E station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line till Shady Grove Station & Bay E station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

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

    The total travel time between Germantown in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by bus and metro is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Germantown to get to Smithsonian Institute?

    Get on the 100 bus from the Germantown Transit Center & Bay B stop near Germantown in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between Germantown and Smithsonian Institute?

    Get off the bus at the Shady Grove Station & Bay E stop, which is closest to Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • When is the last train from Germantown to Smithsonian Institute?

    The last train from Germantown in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Smithsonian Institute in Washington is the Brunswick - Washington line. It leaves the Germantown Marc Eb station at 4:17 AM.

  • How much is the total bus and metro fare from Germantown to Smithsonian Institute?

    The ride from Germantown to Smithsonian Institute costs $1.00.

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