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

Rockville to Smithsonian Institute - Metro Schedule

The RED metro from Rockville to Smithsonian Institute runs from 5:07 AM to 11:38 PM, with departures every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 43 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Rockville to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from Rockville to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, take the RED metro from Twinbrook - Parklawn Dr & Wicomico Ave station to Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station. Next, take the 281 bus from F St NW & 11th St NW station to 14th St & Constitution Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is $7.15. The bus and metro schedule from Rockville may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

43min$7.15
Walk to metro station
Metro - RED
Bus - 281281
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
Leaves from Twinbrook - Parklawn Dr & Wicomico Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Twinbrook - Parklawn Dr & Wicomico Ave
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Entrance B - 11th And G Sts.
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    F St NW & 11th St NW
    ID 418
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 281281
    Wait for bus
    281
    Dc All Stops Via East Gate
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    14th St & Constitution Ave
    ID 337
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Smithsonian Institute
    Walk to
    Smithsonian Institute
    1400 Constitution Ave NW Washington, DC 20004
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rockville to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between Rockville, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 14.19 mi, which can typically be traveled in 43 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rockville 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 Rockville to Smithsonian Institute

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

    The fastest way takes 43 minutes, using Metro line RED, Bus line 281.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and one bus line in total. The total traveling time is 43 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Rockville to Smithsonian Institute?

    The RED metro line goes from Twinbrook - Parklawn Dr & Wicomico Ave station near Rockville in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD to Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

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

    The total travel time between Rockville in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by metro and bus is about 43 min.

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

    Get on the RED metro from the Twinbrook - Parklawn Dr & Wicomico Ave station near Rockville in Washington, D.C. - Baltimore, MD.

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

    Get off the metro at the Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. stop, which is closest to Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

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

    The ride from Rockville to Smithsonian Institute costs $7.15.

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