How to get from National Mall to Union Station by metro?

National Mall to Union Station - Metro Schedule

The SILVER metro from National Mall to Union Station runs from 5:27 AM to 11:54 PM, with departures every 5-25 min. The trip takes about 16 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From National Mall to Union Station by metro

To get from National Mall to Union Station in Washington, take the SILVER metro from Smithsonian Metrorail station to Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station. Next, take the RED metro from Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station to Union Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The metro schedule from National Mall may change. We recommend you check the updated metro schedule to Union Station on the Moovit app.

16min$2.75
Walk to metro station
Metro - SILVER
Metro - RED
Leaves from Smithsonian Metrorail

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Smithsonian Metrorail
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Metro - SILVERSILVER
    Wait for metro
    SILVER
    Ashburn
  • 3
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Entrance B - 11th And G Sts.
    2 min
  • 4
    Metro - REDRED
    Wait for metro
    RED
    Glenmont
  • 5
    Ride to metro station Union Station
    Ride to metro station
    Union Station
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from National Mall to Union Station

The distance between National Mall, Washington and Union Station, Washington is approximately 1.94 mi, which can typically be traveled in 16 min. Moovit will show you the directions from National Mall to Union Station by metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Washington – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro schedule from National Mall to Union Station

To check the metro schedule from National Mall to Union Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (National Mall) and destination (Union Station), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 metro schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from National Mall to Union Station?

    The fastest way takes 16 minutes, using Metro line SILVER, Metro line RED.

  • Is there a direct metro between National Mall and Union Station in Washington?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 metro lines in total. The total traveling time is 16 min.

  • Which metro line goes from National Mall to Union Station in Washington?

    The SILVER metro line goes from Smithsonian Metrorail station near National Mall to Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station near Union Station in Washington.

  • How long does it take to travel from National Mall to Union Station in Washington by metro?

    The total travel time between National Mall and Union Station in Washington by metro is about 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the metro near National Mall to get to Union Station in Washington?

    Get on the SILVER metro from the Smithsonian Metrorail station near National Mall in Washington.

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

    Get off the metro at the Entrance B - 11th And G Sts. station, which is closest to Union Station in Washington.

  • When is the first bus from National Mall to Union Station in Washington?

    The first bus from National Mall to Union Station in Washington is N Capitol St. It leaves the 12 St Nw+Constitution Av NW stop at 12:13 AM.

  • How much is the metro fare from National Mall to Union Station?

    The ride from National Mall to Union Station costs $2.75.

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