About Greenbelt Station
Greenbelt Metro station opened on December 11, 1993, as the northern terminus of both the Green Line and Yellow Line. Situated in Greenbelt, Maryland — a city of about 23,000 residents in Prince George's County — the station serves as the final stop for both lines and a critical park-and-ride hub for commuters from across the county and neighboring Anne Arundel County.
With one of the largest parking facilities in the entire WMATA system, Greenbelt reliably has available spaces even during peak commute hours — a rarity among Metro end-of-line stations. This, combined with the MARC Camden Line connection, makes it a genuine transit gateway to the DC region for drivers and commuter rail users alike.
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, one of NASA's largest installations and home to many of the agency's most critical missions including the James Webb Space Telescope operations, is approximately 2 miles from the station. The Goddard Visitor Center is open to the public and accessible via rideshare or occasional connecting bus service from the Metro station.
Lines & Schedule
From Greenbelt to College Park–U of MD: ~4 min (1 stop south). To Prince George's Plaza: ~8 min (2 stops). To Gallery Place: ~32 min. To L'Enfant Plaza: ~34 min. To Pentagon: ~42 min (Yellow Line).
Nearby Attractions
Bus & Rail Connections
Greenbelt station is a major multimodal hub with connections to multiple transit systems:
MARC Camden Line: Commuter rail service connects Greenbelt to Washington Union Station (approximately 30 min), and points south including Dorsey, Jessup, Laurel, and Savage. MARC requires a separate ticket from Metro fare.
TheBus (Prince George's County): Several county bus routes operate from Greenbelt station, connecting to communities in Beltsville, College Park, Berwyn Heights, and Lanham.
WMATA Metrobus: Regional routes connect to areas of DC and Maryland not served by the Metro corridor. The F6 and other routes serve the NASA Goddard/Greenbelt National Park area.
Station Exits
Rider Tips
- Greenbelt's parking facility is one of the largest in the Metro system and typically has spaces even at peak commute times — a significant advantage over closer-in stations like College Park or Fort Totten. If you're driving from Prince George's County or southern Maryland, driving past a full station to Greenbelt often makes sense. Weekday fees apply; free for SmarTrip users on weekends.
- NASA Goddard Space Flight Center is about 2 miles away. The free Goddard Visitor Center is open to the public (no ID required for the visitor center portion) and features exhibits on NASA missions including the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes. Rideshare is the most practical way to get there from the station.
- Old Greenbelt is one of the most fascinating historically planned communities in the US — a 10-minute walk from the station. Built by the Roosevelt administration in 1937, it features cooperative housing, the Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket (operating continuously since 1937), a historic movie theater, and pedestrian pathways designed before the car era. The architecture alone is worth the short walk.
- The MARC Camden Line connection makes Greenbelt an even more powerful transit hub. If you're commuting from further south in Maryland, MARC to Greenbelt and then Metro into DC is a viable option. Check MTA Maryland's schedule — MARC trains run primarily during peak commute hours on weekdays.
- Greenbelt has the highest fare to Metro Center on the Yellow/Green Line corridor (Zone 2, maximum distance). Off-peak travel (before 7 AM, after 10 AM weekdays, or weekends) is a flat $2.00 — making weekend trips from Greenbelt into DC extremely economical.
Adjacent Stations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greenbelt the last stop on the Yellow and Green Lines?
Yes, Greenbelt is the northern terminus of both the Yellow Line (from Huntington) and the Green Line (from Branch Avenue). All trains on both lines originate or terminate at Greenbelt.
How do I get to NASA Goddard Space Flight Center from Greenbelt Metro?
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center is approximately 2 miles from Greenbelt Metro station. There is no direct bus route, so a rideshare or taxi is the most practical option. The NASA Goddard Visitor Center is open to the public.
Does Greenbelt Metro connect to MARC trains?
Yes, the MARC Camden Line stops at Greenbelt station, providing service toward Washington Union Station and points south including Dorsey, Jessup, Laurel, and Savage. MARC requires a separate ticket from the Metro fare.
How much parking is available at Greenbelt Metro?
Greenbelt has one of the largest WMATA parking facilities in the entire Metro system, with several thousand spaces across its garage and surface lots. It typically has availability even at peak commute times.