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

Potomac to Smithsonian Institute - Bus Schedule

The 26 bus from Potomac to Smithsonian Institute runs from 12:25 AM to 11:35 PM, with departures every 15 min-4 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Potomac to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from Potomac to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one metro line: take the 26 bus from Montgomery Mall Transit Center & Bay B station to North Bethesda Station & Bay B 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 60 min. The ride fare is $1.00. The bus and metro schedule from Potomac may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

60min$1.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2626
Metro - RED
Bus - D50D50
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
Leaves from Montgomery Mall Transit Center & Bay B

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montgomery Mall Transit Center & Bay B
    ID 17621
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Glenmont
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Bethesda Station & Bay B
    ID 25542
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    North Bethesda - East Side Of Rockville Pike at Marinelli Rd.
    120 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.
    24 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 Potomac to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between Potomac, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 16.08 mi, which can typically be traveled in 60 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Potomac 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 Potomac to Smithsonian Institute

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

    The fastest way takes 60 minutes, using Bus line 26, Metro line RED, Bus line D50.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one metro line in total. The total traveling time is 60 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Potomac to Smithsonian Institute?

    The 26 bus line goes from Montgomery Mall Transit Center & Bay B station near Potomac in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to North Bethesda Station & Bay B station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line till North Bethesda Station & Bay B station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

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

    The total travel time between Potomac in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by bus and metro is about 60 min.

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

    Get on the 26 bus from the Montgomery Mall Transit Center & Bay B stop near Potomac in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

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

    Get off the bus at the North Bethesda Station & Bay B stop, which is closest to Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

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

    The ride from Potomac to Smithsonian Institute costs $1.00.

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