Washington D.C. Metrorail Fare

Free

Child

Free

Student

USD $ 2.25

Adult / Ride

USD $ 1.1

Sr Citizen / Ride

USD $ 1.1

Disabled / Ride

Sr Citizen Age Limit

Washington D.C. Metrorail Fare Breakup

Taxi Bus Metro

Fare Per Ride

Pass Chart

USD $ 4.5

crystal city
to
ballston

9 Mi | 31 M

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USD $ 4.5

union station
to
navy yard

5 Mi | 28 M

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USD $ 2.3

tysons corner
to
mclean

5 Mi | 21 M

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Per Ride Fare for Adults	USD $2.25
Per Ride Fare for Child	NA
Per Ride Fare for Sr Citizen	USD $1.1
Per Ride Fare for Student	NA
Per Ride Fare for Disabled	USD $1.1

Daily Pass For Adults	USD $13.5
Weekly Pass For Adults	USD $60.75
Monthly Pass For Adults	USD $72
Quarterly Pass For Adults	NA
Annual Pass For Adults	NA

Card Options Available	SmarTrip
Free Fare for	Children under 5 ride free with a paying adult; DC students ages 5-21 enrolled in DC schools ride free within DC; seniors (65+) and customers with disabilities receive 50% off fares with appropriate ID.

Washington D.C. Metrorail Fare Card

(Mile | USD $)

0.0 \| 2.3	4.5 \| 2.3	9.0 \| 2.3
0.5 \| 2.3	5.0 \| 2.3	9.5 \| 2.3
1.0 \| 2.3	5.5 \| 2.3	10.0 \| 2.3
1.5 \| 2.3	6.0 \| 2.3	10.5 \| 2.3
2.0 \| 2.3	6.5 \| 2.3	11.0 \| 2.3
2.5 \| 2.3	7.0 \| 2.3	11.5 \| 2.3
3.0 \| 2.3	7.5 \| 2.3	12.0 \| 2.3
3.5 \| 2.3	8.0 \| 2.3	12.5 \| 2.3
4.0 \| 2.3	8.5 \| 2.3	13.0 \| 2.3
*Fare card does NOT include Booking fee.

*Source: https://www.wmata.com/fares/basic.cfm/search.cfm, https://www.wmata.com/fares/basic.cfm/search.cfm,https://www.wmata.com/fares/metro-2024-fare-changes/index.cfm, https://www.wmata.com/fares/Reduced-Fare-Programs,https://ddot.dc.gov/page/kids-ride-free-program,https://www.wmata.com/fares/bus.cfm 🔗

Last Checked: 09-Feb-2026

Last Updated: 09-Feb-2026

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FAQ about Washington D.C. Metro Fare Card

What is the metro Fare in Washington D.C.?

The metro fare in Washington D.C. are on pay per ride basis. It costs USD $ 2.25 for a ride on the metro for an adult. Here, card options are available too for frequent commuters.

What is the metro Fare for Sr Citizens in Washington D.C.?

The metro fare for Sr Citizens in Washington D.C. is USD $ 1.1. Please check for the card options availability for frequent commuters.

What is the metro Fare for Disabled in Washington D.C.?

The metro fare for disabled in Washington D.C. is USD $ 1.1.

Are card options available for metro in Washington D.C.?

Yes, SmarTrip is is available in Washington D.C. which is useful to get daily, monthly and annually passes according to the commuter.

How to calculate a metro fare in Washington D.C.?

To calculate a metro fare in Washington D.C., please enter start and end destinations in the control and then click on Calculate Fare button.

What are the metro passes available for Adults?

For adults, daily pass come in USD $13.5, weekly pass for USD $60.75, monthly pass for USD $72.

0.0 \| 2.3	4.5 \| 2.3	9.0 \| 2.3
0.5 \| 2.3	5.0 \| 2.3	9.5 \| 2.3
1.0 \| 2.3	5.5 \| 2.3	10.0 \| 2.3
1.5 \| 2.3	6.0 \| 2.3	10.5 \| 2.3
2.0 \| 2.3	6.5 \| 2.3	11.0 \| 2.3
2.5 \| 2.3	7.0 \| 2.3	11.5 \| 2.3
3.0 \| 2.3	7.5 \| 2.3	12.0 \| 2.3
3.5 \| 2.3	8.0 \| 2.3	12.5 \| 2.3
4.0 \| 2.3	8.5 \| 2.3	13.0 \| 2.3
*Fare card does NOT include Booking fee.