Washington Metrorail route overview

Wmata Crystal City to Wmata Congress Heights Washington Metrorail route

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$2.25–6.75Indicative fare
21 minEstimated time
8Stations
0Interchanges

Line sequence: #0072BC → #ED8B00 → #00B140 · Last checked: 2026-10-24

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Route overview

The Washington Metrorail journey from Crystal City to Congress Heights is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 11 km in 21 minutes across 8 stations.

Washington Metrorail timings and fare

First trainCheck operator
Last trainCheck operator
Indicative fare$2.25–6.75
Discounted / pass fare$1.10–3.35

Transit fares, passes and concessions vary by agency and payment method. Confirm the current fare with the official operator.

Station-by-station route

  1. 1
    Crystal City#0072BC Line

    Next: Wmata Pentagon City · 1 min

  2. 2
    Pentagon City#0072BC Line

    Next: Wmata Pentagon · 1 min

  3. 3
    Pentagon#0072BC Line

    Next: Wmata L Enfant Plaza · 6 min

  4. 4
    L'Enfant Plaza#ED8B00 Line

    Next: Wmata Waterfront · 2 min

  5. 5
    Waterfront#00B140 Line

    Next: Wmata Navy Yard Ballpark · 2 min

  6. 6
    Navy Yard-Ballpark#00B140 Line

    Next: Wmata Anacostia · 3 min

  7. 7
    Anacostia#00B140 Line

    Next: Wmata Congress Heights · 4 min

  8. 8
    Congress Heights#00B140 Line

    Terminal station

Travel tips

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  • Keep extra time for interchange walking and platform changes.
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Frequently asked questions

How many stations are between Crystal City and Congress Heights?

There are 8 stations on this route, covering approximately 11 km.

How long does Crystal City to Congress Heights take?

The estimated journey time is 21 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 Crystal City?

Crystal City facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.