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

Reston to Smithsonian Institute - Metro Schedule

The SILVER metro from Reston to Smithsonian Institute runs from 5:21 AM to 11:27 PM, with departures every 20-40 min. The trip takes about 48 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Reston to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from Reston to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, take the SILVER metro from Wiehle-Reston 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 48 min. The ride fare is $7.25. The bus and metro schedule from Reston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

48min$7.25
Walk to metro station
Metro - SILVER
Bus - D50D50
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
Leaves from Wiehle-Reston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Wiehle-Reston
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Metro - SILVERSILVER
    Wait for metro
    SILVER
    Largo
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Mcpherson Sq Metro Station
    35 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 Reston to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between Reston, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 20.87 mi, which can typically be traveled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Reston 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 Reston to Smithsonian Institute

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Metro line SILVER, Bus line D50.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and one bus line in total. The total traveling time is 48 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Reston to Smithsonian Institute?

    The SILVER metro line goes from Wiehle-Reston station near Reston in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Mcpherson Sq Metro Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Mcpherson Sq Metro Station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

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

    The total travel time between Reston in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by metro and bus is about 48 min.

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

    Get on the SILVER metro from the Wiehle-Reston station near Reston in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

  • Where do I get off the metro when traveling between Reston and Smithsonian Institute?

    Get off the metro at the Mcpherson Sq Metro Station, which is closest to Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • When is the first metro from Reston to Smithsonian Institute?

    The first metro from Reston in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Smithsonian Institute in Washington is Silver. It leaves the Wiehle-Reston station at 1:00 AM.

  • How much is the metro fare from Reston to Smithsonian Institute?

    The ride from Reston to Smithsonian Institute costs $7.25.

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