What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Smithsonian Institution?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Smithsonian Institution is to bus via Independence & 6Th St which costs $1 - $16 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Smithsonian Institution?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Smithsonian Institution is to taxi which takes 2 min and costs $6 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Smithsonian Institution?

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 Smithsonian Institution?

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 Smithsonian Institution?

The distance between Washington and Smithsonian Institution is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Smithsonian Institution without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Smithsonian Institution without a car is to subway which takes 7 min and costs $2 - $3.

Where do I catch the Washington to Smithsonian Institution bus from?

Washington to Smithsonian Institution 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 Smithsonian Institution train from?

Washington to Smithsonian Institution 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 Smithsonian Institution bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Smithsonian Institution?

There are 1526+ hotels available in Smithsonian Institution.

Washington to Smithsonian Institution - 5 ways to travel via subway, and bus

Q: How long does it take to get from Washington to Smithsonian Institution?

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 5 ways to get from Washington to Smithsonian Institution 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 / ...
7 min
$2–3
Bus via Independence & 6Th St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 14Th St & Constitution Ave to Independence & 6Th Stbus 281 / ...
12 min
$1–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from 14 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW to Independence Av SW+12 St SWbus D50
10 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington to Smithsonian Institutiontaxi 1 mi
2 min
$6–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from Washington to Smithsonian Institutionwalk 5,020 ft
18 min

Washington to Smithsonian Institution by subway and foot

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Distance: 1.3 mi
Duration: 7 min

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Smithsonian Institution, 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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