How to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro?

Union Station to Smithsonian Institute - Metro Schedule

The RED metro from Union Station to Smithsonian Institute runs from 5:23 AM to 11:59 PM, with departures every 5-10 min. The trip takes about 18 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Union Station to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from Union Station to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, take the RED metro from Union Station station to Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station. Next, 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 18 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus and metro schedule from Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

18min$2.75
Metro - RED
Bus - D50D50
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from metro station
    Start from metro station
    Union Station
    Union Station Drive Northeast
  • 2
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Shady Grove
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Entrance B - 11th And G Sts.
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    14 St Nw+G St NW
    ID 1001076
    280 yd • 4 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
    3 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 Union Station to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between Union Station, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 1.91 mi, which can typically be traveled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Station 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 Union Station to Smithsonian Institute

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

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Metro line RED, Bus line D50.

  • Is there a direct metro between Union Station and Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

    No, you’ll have to take one metro line and one bus line in total. The total traveling time is 18 min.

  • Which metro line goes from Union Station to Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

    The RED metro line goes from Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station near Union Station to 14 St Nw+G St NW station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 14 St Nw+G St NW station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Station to Smithsonian Institute in Washington by metro and bus?

    The total travel time between Union Station and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by metro and bus is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near Union Station to get to Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

    Get on the RED metro from the Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station near Union Station in Washington.

  • Where do I get off the metro when traveling between Union Station and Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

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

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

    The ride from Union Station to Smithsonian Institute costs $2.75.

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