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How to Travel from

Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station

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Transport providers

Train operators

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Metro
Ave. Duration:
5 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.42–$2.81
Train from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Smithsonian,
Ave. Duration:
3 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.05–$0.13
Bus from E St NE+Columbus Circle NE to E
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.60

Bus operators

Loudoun County Transit

Phone:
+1 703-771-5665
Website:
loudoun.gov/4121/Transit-Commuter-Services
Bus from N Capitol St & Massachussetts Ave to Independence
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$1.15–$12.69

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station?

The cheapest way to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station is to line 681 bus which costs $1 - $10.87 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station?

The fastest way to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs $9.78 - $11.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Union Station and Smithsonian Metro Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from N Capitol St & Massachussetts Ave and arriving at Independence St Ave & 12Th St. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Union Station and Smithsonian Metro Station?

No, there is no direct train from Union Station station to Smithsonian Metro Station. However, there are services departing from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform via Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station?

The distance between Union Station and Smithsonian Metro Station is 3 km.

How do I travel from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station without a car?

The best way to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station without a car is to subway which takes 10 min and costs $2.17 - $2.50 .

How long does it take to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station?

It takes approximately 10 min to get from Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station bus from?

Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station bus services, operated by Loudoun County Transit, depart from N Capitol St & Massachussetts Ave station.

Where do I catch the Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station train from?

Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Union Station, Red Line Center Platform.

Where does the Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station bus arrive?

Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station bus services, operated by Loudoun County Transit, arrive at Independence St Ave & 12Th St station.

Where does the Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station train arrive?

Union Station to Smithsonian Metro Station train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform station.

Where can I stay near Smithsonian Metro Station?

There are 1463+ hotels available in Smithsonian Metro Station. Prices start at $62.54 per night.
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