The DC Metrorail generally runs until around midnight on weeknights and until about 1–2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, depending on the latest schedule updates and any service changes or events.

Typical closing times

  • Monday–Thursday: Last trains are usually scheduled so the system closes around 11:30 p.m.–12:00 a.m.
  • Friday: Service often extends, with last trains allowing the system to run until about 1:00–2:00 a.m.
  • Saturday: Similar late-night hours as Friday, with service commonly until about 1:00–2:00 a.m.
  • Sunday: The system typically closes earlier, around 11:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.

Key things to know

  • Exact “last train” times vary by line and terminal station , so the final departure from your station may be earlier than system closing time.
  • Frequencies are reduced late at night, so trains can be 12–20 minutes apart or more.
  • Hours can change for holidays, major events, or track work, so always check the current trip planner or Metrorail timetable for your specific date and station.

Practical tip

To avoid getting stuck:

  1. Look up your station in the official trip planner and note the time of the last train in your direction , not just the closing time.
  1. Aim to be on the platform at least one train earlier than the last scheduled one, especially on weekends or during planned maintenance.

If you tell the exact day (weekday/weekend) and which line or station you’re using, a more precise “be-on-the-platform-by” time can be estimated.