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Directions to Basilica of the National Shrine (Washington) with public transportation

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Basilica of the National Shrine

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How to get to Basilica of the National Shrine by bus?

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How to get to Basilica of the National Shrine by metro?

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Bus stations near Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington

  • Michigan Av Ne+4 St NE,1 min walk,
  • 7 St Ne+Monroe St NE,6 min walk,
  • Brookland Station & Bus Bay B,10 min walk,

Metro stations near Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington

  • Georgia Ave - Petworth,11 min walk,
  • Fort Totten,34 min walk,

Bus lines to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington

  • H2,West To Tenleytown-Au,
  • H4,East To Brookland-Cua,
  • 80,North To Fort Totten,
  • G8,West To Farragut Square,
  • R4,North To Highview,
  • H6,East To Fort Lincoln,
  • H8,West To Mount Pleasant,
  • H9,West To Fort Dr+1 St,
Questions & Answers
  • What are the closest stations to Basilica of the National Shrine?

    The closest stations to Basilica of the National Shrine are:

    • Michigan Av Ne+4 St NE is 62 yards away, 1 min walk.
    • 7 St Ne+Monroe St NE is 462 yards away, 6 min walk.
    • Brookland Station & Bus Bay B is 786 yards away, 10 min walk.
    • Georgia Ave - Petworth is 932 yards away, 11 min walk.
    • Fort Totten is 2862 yards away, 34 min walk.
  • Which bus lines stop near Basilica of the National Shrine?

    These bus lines stop near Basilica of the National Shrine: 80, R4.

  • Which metro line stops near Basilica of the National Shrine?

    METRORAIL RED LINE

  • What’s the nearest metro station to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington?

    The nearest metro station to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington is Georgia Ave - Petworth. It’s a 11 min walk away.

  • What’s the nearest bus stop to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington?

    The nearest bus stop to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington is Michigan Av Ne+4 St NE. It’s a 1 min walk away.

  • What time is the first metro to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington?

    The METRORAIL GREEN LINE is the first metro that goes to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington. It stops nearby at 5:12 AM.

  • What time is the last metro to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington?

    The METRORAIL GREEN LINE is the last metro that goes to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington. It stops nearby at 12:30 AM.

  • What time is the first bus to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington?

    The 80 is the first bus that goes to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington. It stops nearby at 3:05 AM.

  • What time is the last bus to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington?

    The H4 is the last bus that goes to Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington. It stops nearby at 3:31 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare to Basilica of the National Shrine?

    The bus fare to Basilica of the National Shrine costs about $1.00 - $2.25.

  • How much is the metro fare to Basilica of the National Shrine?

    The metro fare to Basilica of the National Shrine costs about $2.00 - $6.75.

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Basilica of the National Shrine Address: 400 Michigan Ave NE street in Washington

Basilica of the National Shrine, Washington
Basilica of the National Shrine, WashingtonThe Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is a large minor Catholic basilica and national shrine in the United States in Washington, D.C., located at 400 Michigan Avenue Northeast, adjacent to Catholic University. The shrine is the largest Catholic church building in North America, and one of the largest in the world; the basilica is also the tallest habitable building in Washington, D.C. Its construction of Byzantine Revival and Romanesque Revival architecture began on September 23, 1920, with renowned contractor John McShain and was completed on December 8, 2017, with the dedication and solemn blessing of the Trinity Dome mosaic. The basilica is the national and patronal Catholic church of the United States, honoring the Immaculate Conception as Patroness, accorded by Pope Pius IX on February 7, 1847. Pope Pius XI donated a mosaic rendition of the image in 1923. The shrine has merited several papal visits: Pope John Paul II raised the National Shrine to the status of Minor Basilica on October 12, 1990. Pope Benedict XVI bestowed a Golden Rose on April 16, 2008. Pope Francis canonized Saint Junípero Serra, O.F.M., on September 23, 2015.Although the basilica is situated within the geographical boundaries of the Archdiocese of Washington, the basilica is not a parish of the archdiocese, does not have its own parish community, and the shrine’s administration does not fall under the direct authority of the Archbishop, but it serves adjacent Catholic University, which donated the land for its construction, and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. It also hosts numerous Masses for various organizations of the Church from across the United States. The basilica is not the cathedral of the archdiocese, as that title and honor belongs to the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle, although numerous archdiocesan events are held at the basilica. As of 2022, the rector of the basilica is the Reverend Monsignor Walter R. Rossi, who holds a Licentiate of Canon Law. The basilica is served by the Brookland–CUA station on the Red Line, roughly 550 yards (500 m) away.
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