How to get from National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro?

National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute - Bus Schedule

The D70 bus from National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute runs from 12:30 AM to 12:00 AM, with departures every 10 min-3 hr 40 min. The trip takes about 25 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute by bus and metro

To get from National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute in Washington, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one metro line: take the D70 bus from Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance station to Connecticut Ave & 24th St 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 25 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus and metro schedule from National Zoological Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Smithsonian Institute on the Moovit app.

25min$2.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - D70D70
Metro - RED
Bus - D50D50
Walk to Smithsonian Institute
Leaves from Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance
    ID 1002051
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - D70D70
    Wait for bus
    D70
    South To Farragut Sq
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Connecticut Ave & 24th St
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Woodley Park - SW Corner Connecticut Ave. & 24th St. NW
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Entrance B - 11th And G Sts.
    5 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 National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute

The distance between National Zoological Park, Washington and Smithsonian Institute, Washington is approximately 3.63 mi, which can typically be traveled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from National Zoological Park 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 National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute

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

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Bus line D70, Metro line RED, Bus line D50.

  • Is there a direct bus between National Zoological Park and Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one metro line in total. The total traveling time is 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

    The D70 bus line goes from Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance station near National Zoological Park to Connecticut Ave & 24th St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line till Connecticut Ave & 24th St station near Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute in Washington by bus and metro?

    The total travel time between National Zoological Park and Smithsonian Institute in Washington by bus and metro is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near National Zoological Park to get to Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

    Get on the D70 bus from the Connecticut Av Nw+Zoo Entrance stop near National Zoological Park in Washington.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between National Zoological Park and Smithsonian Institute in Washington?

    Get off the bus at the Connecticut Ave & 24th St stop, which is closest to Smithsonian Institute in Washington.

  • How much is the total bus and metro fare from National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute?

    The ride from National Zoological Park to Smithsonian Institute costs $2.75.

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