Route overview
The Washington Metrorail journey from Ballston-MU to Franconia-Springfield is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 26 km in 52 minutes across 15 stations.
Washington Metrorail timings and fare
Transit fares, passes and concessions vary by agency and payment method. Confirm the current fare with the official operator.
Station-by-station route
- 1Ballston-MU#ED8B00 Line
Next: Wmata Virginia Sq Gmu · 1 min
- 2Virginia Sq-GMU#ED8B00 Line
Next: Wmata Clarendon · 1 min
- 3Clarendon#ED8B00 Line
Next: Wmata Court House · 1 min
- 4Court House#ED8B00 Line
Next: Wmata Rosslyn · 3 min
- 5Rosslyn#ED8B00 Line
Next: Wmata Arlington Cemetery · 2 min
- 6Arlington Cemetery#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Pentagon · 3 min
- 7Pentagon#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Pentagon City · 1 min
- 8Pentagon City#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Crystal City · 1 min
- 9Crystal City#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 1 min
- 10Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Potomac Yard · 4 min
- 11Potomac Yard#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Braddock Rd · 4 min
- 12Braddock Rd#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata King St Old Town · 2 min
- 13King St-Old Town#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Van Dorn St · 11 min
- 14Van Dorn St#0072BC Line
Next: Wmata Franconia Springfield · 9 min
- 15Franconia-Springfield#0072BC Line
Terminal station
Travel tips
- Check operator service notices before travelling.
- Keep extra time for interchange walking and platform changes.
- Use the route planner above to compare the available route options.
Frequently asked questions
How many stations are between Ballston-MU and Franconia-Springfield?
There are 15 stations on this route, covering approximately 26 km.
How long does Ballston-MU to Franconia-Springfield take?
The estimated journey time is 52 minutes under normal operating conditions.
What is the Washington Metrorail fare for this route?
$2.25–$6.75 rail fare Confirm the current fare before travelling.
What are the first and last Washington Metrorail trains?
The available timing reference is Check operator for the first train and Check operator for the last train. Check the operator for the exact service-day schedule.
What facilities are available at Ballston-MU?
Ballston-MU facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.