What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to National Mall?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to National Mall is to line 281 bus which costs $1 - $11 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to National Mall?

The fastest way to get from Washington to National Mall is to taxi which takes 1 min and costs $5 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and National Mall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW and arriving at Independence Av SW+12 St SW. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

Is there a direct train between Washington and National Mall?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and arriving at Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

How far is it from Washington to National Mall?

The distance between Washington and National Mall is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to National Mall without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to National Mall without a car is to subway which takes 5 min and costs $2 - $3.

Where do I catch the Washington to National Mall bus from?

Washington to National Mall bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW station.

Where do I catch the Washington to National Mall train from?

Washington to National Mall train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station.

Where does the Washington to National Mall bus arrive?

Washington to National Mall bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Independence Av SW+12 St SW station.

Where does the Washington to National Mall train arrive?

Washington to National Mall train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station.

Where can I stay near National Mall?

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Washington to National Mall - 6 ways to travel via subway, bus

Q: How long does it take to get from Washington to National Mall?

The subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform takes 4 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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There are 6 ways to get from Washington to National Mall by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platformsubway B / ...
5 min
$2–3
Line 281 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 14Th St & Constitution Ave to Independence & 6Th Stbus 281 / ...
10 min
$1–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW to Independence Av SW+12 St SWbus D50
5 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington to National Malltaxi 4,820 ft
1 min
$5–7
Bus via C St & 20Th St Nw
1. Take the bus from C St & 20Th St Nw to PENNSYLVANIA AVE & 9TH ST NW ebbus No. 820 Line from Washington DC
28 min
$1–16
Walk
1. Take the foot from Washington to Independence & 12Th Stwalk 4,360 ft
15 min

Washington to National Mall by subway and foot

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What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and National Mall, DC, USA?

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a subway from McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Smithsonian, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 4 min. Alternatively, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates a bus from 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW to Independence Av SW+12 St SW every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 5 min.

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