There are many ways to get around in Washington, DC. Click the category below for information on your transporation options:

Metrorail or Metrobus · DC Circulator · By Taxi

METRO

Metrorail and Metrobus provide the safest, cleanest and most efficient way of getting around Washington, DC and the metropolitan suburbs. Five rail lines and an extensive bus system connect the District with the Maryland and Virginia suburbs. Train lines are named for colors: Red, yellow, blue, green, and orange. Station entrances are marked by brown pylons, capped with the letter “M” and colored stripes indicate which lines are available.

Route maps are posted at each station and inside each subway car. Metrorail opens 5 am weekdays and 7 am on weekends. It closes at midnight Sunday to Thursday. On Friday and Saturday nights, it stays open until 3 am. Each train displays the name of its farthest destination. Base subway fare is $1.35 and increases during rush hour and for longer trips. Rail farecards can be purchased at vending machines located inside the stations. Farecards are inserted into the turnstile gates to enter and exit subway platforms. The fare is automatically deducted each time you exit a station. To continue your trip by Metrobus, obtain a transfer at your originating station before boarding the train. Buses travel to Georgetown and other areas not serviced by the subway.

To obtain schedules for connecting Metrobus service, locations of Metro sales offices, and other public transportation information, call Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority at (202) 637-7000. For bulk fares and/or bonus offers on farecards for large groups, call (202) 962-1326.

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DC CIRCULATOR

From Georgetown to the Waterfront, Capital Hill, Union Station and the Convention Center - all in one-day and all for just $1/ride. The DC Circulator links cultural, entertainment and business destinations within the city's central core, this dynamic transit system promotes ease of movement in our world-class capitol city. Check our website dccirculator.com for fares and route information. Group ticket sales offer great convenience and discounts for your next conference or meeting in DC call (410) 956-0001.

TAXI

Taxi service is plentiful and economical in Washington, DC. Taxis operate on a zone, rather than meter, system, and by law all rates must be posted in each cab. Rates are usually $1.50 for each additional passenger. Cabs for Maryland and Virginia can take passengers from DC to locations in their respective states but not to different locations within the city. For more information, call the DC Taxicab Commission or (202) 645-6005.

Click here to download a taxi cab zone map (PDF).