About Tysons Station
Tysons Metro station opened on July 26, 2014, as part of the Silver Line Phase 1 extension — and it immediately became one of the most celebrated transit-retail connections in the Washington region. The station is directly integrated with Tysons Corner Center, one of the busiest shopping malls on the East Coast, with over 300 stores, multiple anchor department stores, and an IMAX theater. Riders step off the train and directly into the mall — no outdoor walking required.
Tysons Corner Center draws millions of visitors annually and is anchored by Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Macy's, and Lord & Taylor (now Restoration Hardware). The mall also contains a wide range of restaurants and a diverse retail mix that spans luxury to mid-market. The Silver Line made this destination car-free accessible from all of DC and Northern Virginia for the first time.
Beyond the mall, the broader Tysons area includes dozens of office towers, corporate headquarters, and residential high-rises that have grown up around the Silver Line corridor since 2014. The Tysons station sits at the geographic center of this urban redevelopment effort.
Lines & Schedule
Peak service (Mon–Fri 5–9:30am, 3–7pm): every 10 min. Off-peak and weekends: every 15–20 min. First train ~5:00am weekdays. Last train from DC arrives ~11:00pm weekdays.
Nearby Attractions
Station Exits
Rider Tips
- The indoor mall connection means you can shop at Tysons Corner Center in any weather without setting foot outside. Exit the fare gates and follow the signs for the mall — the connection is direct and well-marked.
- The AMC Tysons IMAX theater is inside the mall, making Tysons station an easy car-free option for movies. Last showings often align well with late Silver Line service.
- Metrorail has no fare zones — fares are calculated by the distance travelled, so a trip from Tysons costs less than the same trip from the Reston and Dulles-corridor stations further west. On a weekday between 5:00 AM and 9:30 PM the fare rises with distance from a $2.25 minimum towards the $6.75 maximum; after 9:30 PM and all weekend a flat reduced fare of $2.25–$2.50 applies.
- If you're driving and taking the Metro from Tysons, the mall garage is available but charges for parking. There is no free commuter garage at this station — for free Park & Ride, consider driving to McLean or a station with a dedicated commuter garage.
Adjacent Stations on the Silver Line
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tysons Metro connect directly to the mall?
Yes. Tysons Metro station has a direct indoor connection to Tysons Corner Center mall — no outdoor walking or road crossing is needed. The station exits lead directly into the mall's interior, making it one of the most seamlessly integrated transit-retail connections in the Washington metro area. Follow signs from the fare gates into the mall concourse.
How long does it take to get to Tysons Metro from DC?
From Metro Center in downtown DC, Tysons station is 11 stops west on the Silver Line. From Rosslyn, it's about 24 minutes. From Farragut West, it's about 34 minutes. These are approximate ride times — add a few minutes for waiting at your departure station during off-peak hours.
What is the difference between Tysons and Tysons Galleria?
Tysons Corner Center and Tysons Galleria are two separate malls a short distance apart in Tysons. Tysons Corner Center (connected to this Metro station) is the larger mall with over 300 stores, anchored by Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom. Tysons Galleria is the upscale mall with Neiman Marcus — use Greensboro Metro station, one stop to the west, for the Galleria.