Here are some helpful tips for riding the Metro:
- The most up to date metro information can be found on the wmata website.
- Specific trip information can be found using the trip planner tool on the wmata website.
- The direction a train is traveling is indicated by the train station that will be the train’s last stop.
- Tickets for the metro can be bought at the metro station. Fare amounts can be found above metro card machines. Fares are calculated on a pro-rated basis, depending on how far you are traveling. If you do not purchase a smart trip fare card you will have to buy paper fare cards which cost an additional dollar per ride.
- You will need to insert your metro fare card upon entering the metro station and leaving the metro station.