Metro

MetroWest is conveniently located next door to Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Metro Station, so you can easily connect with areas around the region without getting stuck in traffic. 

The Orange Line serves Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Metro Station with service to destinations including:  

  • Dunn Loring-Merrifield 
  • Falls Church  
  • Ballston 
  • Rosslyn  
  • Washington, DC   

Transfers to other Metro lines can be made at East Falls Church Metro Station, Rosslyn Metro Station, Metro Center Station and L’Enfant Plaza Metro Station.

Plan Your Trip

Visit WMATA.com

Go to your personal Commute Plan

See Real-Time Metro and Bus Arrivals

Download the Transit app

Download the DC Metro and Bus app

Be Prepared

Sign up for Guaranteed Ride Home to receive up to six free rides home per year in case of personal or family emergencies

SmarTrip 101

A SmarTrip card is necessary for anyone who wants to use the Metrorail system or buses in the DC region. You will also need a SmarTrip card to park at any Metro station.

What is a SmarTrip Card?

A SmarTrip card is a reloadable farecard used to pay Metrorail, Metrobus, and regional bus systems in Virginia, Maryland, and DC.

Why buy a SmarTrip Card?

In addition to paying for transit rides, you will need a SmarTrip card to park at any Metro station. SmarTrip users also receive free bus-to-bus and bus-to-rail transfers.

How much is a SmarTrip Card?

A SmarTrip card costs $10 which covers the $2 fee for the card and comes pre-loaded with $8 fare towards your first ride.

Where to buy a SmarTrip Card?

In Person: Purchase a SmarTrip card at any Metrorail station using one of the SmarTrip kiosks.

On Your Phone: Download the SmarTrip App or add SmarTrip to your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and follow the prompts to purchase a new digital card.

Online: Purchase SmarTrip cards online and WMATA will mail it to you.

At a Store: Select CVS/pharmacy and Giant Food stores in the region that display the SmarTrip® sign.

Where can you use a SmarTrip Card?

Your new SmarTrip card gives you access to these transportation options:

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