About Morgan Boulevard Station
Morgan Boulevard opened on December 18, 2004, as part of the Blue Line extension to Largo Town Center — one of the most recent additions to the WMATA system at the time. Unlike most of the original 1977 stations, Morgan Boulevard was purpose-built for the modern era with side platforms, street-level entrances, and an extensive surface parking lot sized to handle large event crowds.
The station is best known as the primary Metro access point for FedEx Field, home of the Washington Commanders NFL franchise. Located roughly a 20-minute walk or short shuttle ride from the stadium, Morgan Boulevard sees dramatic ridership surges on game days. WMATA historically operates extra Blue and Silver Line trains before and after Commanders games, and the station's large lot fills hours before kickoff.
On non-game days, Morgan Boulevard serves as a typical commuter station for the Largo–Landover area of Prince George's County. The spacious lot stays available through the morning rush on most weekdays, making it a good option for later arrivals who struggle to find parking at Addison Road or Capitol Heights.
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Nearby Destinations
Rider Tips
- For Commanders games at FedEx Field, plan to arrive at Morgan Boulevard at least 90 minutes before kickoff. The walk from the station to the stadium is about 20 minutes, or look for shuttle buses operating on game days. Post-game crowds are intense — expect platform queues and 20–40 min waits for westbound trains after final whistle.
- The large surface lot stays available on most weekday mornings until 8–8:30 AM, making Morgan Boulevard a good backup for commuters who miss early availability at Addison Road. On Commanders game days, the lot fills hours before kickoff — take the Metro from another station instead.
- Morgan Boulevard was opened in 2004 alongside Largo Town Center as the final Blue Line extension. Both stations have modern infrastructure compared to the 1977-era stations further west — expect wider platforms, air-conditioned mezzanines, and faster elevator service.
- From Morgan Boulevard it is one stop (2–3 minutes) to Largo Town Center, the eastern terminus. If you are picking someone up or need the large terminal parking, Largo Town Center is the better choice — larger lot and more bus connections. Morgan Boulevard is ideal if you want a shorter walk from your car to the platform.
Adjacent Stations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Morgan Boulevard the closest Metro to FedEx Field?
Yes — Morgan Boulevard is the closest Metrorail station to FedEx Field, approximately a 20-minute walk from the station exit. On game days WMATA operates extra Blue and Silver Line trains and the station is heavily staffed. Shuttle buses sometimes run between the station and the stadium on game days. Check WMATA.com for event-day service advisories.
Does Morgan Boulevard Metro have parking?
Yes — Morgan Boulevard has a large surface parking lot with daily ($4.95/day with SmarTrip) and monthly permit options. On regular weekdays it typically has availability into the late morning. On NFL game days the lot fills several hours before kickoff, so driving to the station is not recommended on those days.
When did Morgan Boulevard station open?
Morgan Boulevard opened on December 18, 2004, as part of the Blue Line extension to Largo Town Center. It is one of the newer stations in the WMATA system, built alongside Largo Town Center as the final segment of the Blue Line's eastward expansion into Prince George's County.