About McPherson Square Station
McPherson Square station serves the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines at 14th and I Streets NW — one of the most central locations in downtown Washington DC. The station sits at the edge of McPherson Square park, a small urban green space named after Union Army General James B. McPherson, who was killed during the Civil War Battle of Atlanta in 1864.
The station's location makes it one of the most convenient Metro stops for visitors heading to the White House, Lafayette Square, and the surrounding federal office corridor along Pennsylvania Avenue NW and K Street NW. The Treasury Building and the OEOB (Eisenhower Executive Office Building) are within easy walking distance.
The area around McPherson Square is dominated by federal government buildings, law firms, lobbying offices, and K Street professional services firms. During weekday rush hours, the station sees heavy foot traffic from commuters working in the dense office corridor between 14th Street and 17th Street NW.
Lines & Schedules
To Metro Center: ~3 min. To Farragut West: ~3 min. To Federal Triangle: ~4 min.
Nearby Attractions
Station Exits
Rider Tips
- To reach the White House, exit at the Vermont Avenue side and walk north on Vermont Avenue or 15th Street NW toward Pennsylvania Avenue. Lafayette Square is directly in front of the White House on its north side.
- Metro Center is just one stop east — if you need to transfer to the Red Line, it is faster and simpler to continue one more stop than to try the Farragut West–Farragut North underground walkway.
- The area between McPherson Square and Farragut Square is known for heavy weekday lunch foot traffic. Dining options on 14th Street NW are plentiful and fill up quickly on weekdays between noon and 1:30 pm.
- McPherson Square park itself is a pleasant rest stop with benches and shade trees — a good meeting point for groups exploring downtown DC before or after visiting the National Mall.
Adjacent Stations
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is McPherson Square Metro from the White House?
The White House is approximately 0.3 miles (about 5–6 minutes on foot) from McPherson Square station. Exit at the Vermont Avenue side, walk north along Vermont Avenue or 15th Street NW, and you will reach Pennsylvania Avenue NW and the White House fence line.
Which is closer to the White House — McPherson Square or Farragut West?
McPherson Square is slightly closer to the White House's north side (via Vermont Ave NW), while Farragut West is slightly closer to the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. Both stations are about the same distance. McPherson Square is generally preferred for Lafayette Square access.
Does McPherson Square station have elevators?
Yes, McPherson Square is a fully accessible station with elevator access. It complies with ADA requirements and provides accessible entry and exit to street level at both exits.