Washington, D.C. · IAD

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Metro Center (downtown DC)

Washington Flyer Taxi 40–60 minMetrorail Silver Line $3–$7

How to get from the airport to the city centre: time, fare and hours for each option.

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1. MetroMetrorail Silver Line

   50–60 min

   Fare

   $3–$7

   Hours

   05:00–00:00· every 12 min

   Station is a walk from the main terminal; about $6 on weekday daytimes, capped near $2.50 evenings and weekends.

2. TaxiWashington Flyer Taxi

   40–60 min

   Fare

   $70–$90

   Hours

   24h

   The airport's contracted metered taxis; the Dulles Toll Road adds to the fare.

3. Ride-hailingUber / Lyft

   40–60 min

   Fare

   $50–$80

   Hours

   24h

   Pick up at the marked rideshare zone on the Arrivals curb; cheaper than a taxi outside peak times.

Fares and timetables change. Confirm with the operator before you travel.

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