Route overview
The Washington Metrorail journey from Metro Center to Shady Grove is a direct journey with no line change. It covers approximately 28 km in 56 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
- 1Metro Center#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Farragut North · 2 min
- 2Farragut North#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Dupont Circle · 1 min
- 3Dupont Circle#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Woodley Park · 3 min
- 4Woodley Park#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Cleveland Park · 2 min
- 5Cleveland Park#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Van Ness Udc · 2 min
- 6Van Ness-UDC#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Tenleytown Au · 3 min
- 7Tenleytown-AU#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Friendship Heights · 2 min
- 8Friendship Heights#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Bethesda · 5 min
- 9Bethesda#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Medical Center · 3 min
- 10Medical Center#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Grosvenor Strathmore · 6 min
- 11Grosvenor-Strathmore#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata North Bethesda · 4 min
- 12North Bethesda#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Twinbrook · 3 min
- 13Twinbrook#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Rockville · 6 min
- 14Rockville#C80F2D Line
Next: Wmata Shady Grove · 8 min
- 15Shady Grove#C80F2D 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 Metro Center and Shady Grove?
There are 15 stations on this route, covering approximately 28 km.
How long does Metro Center to Shady Grove take?
The estimated journey time is 56 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 Metro Center?
Metro Center facility details are not published in the current network snapshot; confirm station services locally.