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King Street - Old Town Metro Station

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Old Town, Alexandria

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"Hop off here and take the trolley to Old Town and the waterfront."(6 Tips)
"If board Only contains a # it is usually the blue line."(3 Tips)
"Waiting for the yellow line"(3 Tips)
"great way to get around Old Town Alexandria."(2 Tips)

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Jaron HaneyAugust 6, 2013
If you're going to Old Towne Alexandria- the trolley is free, fun, and goes all the way down to the water front!
The Transit NavigatorMay 19, 2012
The local neighborhood is great to explore! VRE Connections can be made from this station, in addition to final transfers between Franconia Blue and Huntington Yellow lines. Doors open on the LEFT.
Upvoted 5 days ago
Taylor DankmyerAugust 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
If you work around here, and have to park on the street, it may be cheaper for you to park at a metro station and metro to King for work. Street parking can be as high as 1.75 FOR ONE HOUR!
Robert MorlanMarch 18, 2012
Been here 5+ times
If you missed theTrolley, the Dash bus 2 and 5 also go most of the way down king street. Just make sure you get the right direction.
Gris DaullJune 5, 2013
Dear tourists: when taking the metro during rush hour, please remember the universal escalator etiquette; walk left, STAND RIGHT. Also, keep your luggage in front of you, not next to you. Thanks.
Upvoted 2 weeks ago
Camille TaylorApril 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Riding the Metro on weekends is a trial. They are always single tracking or holding momentarily or shuttle busing you. It takes twice as long to get anywhere
Gavin HarperOctober 3, 2016
Good station location for hotels, restaurants and shops close to the station.
Will HullJanuary 31, 2011
Been here 100+ times
As noted above, the King Street Tolley is a great way to get around Old Town Alexandria. What it failed to mention is that it is free to ride.
Malik WilliamsAugust 10, 2011
Been here 100+ times
King Street Trolley now leaves every 15 minutes on the quarter hour (from here and from the waterfront). Still free, with more chances to hop on!
Dan McCabeJanuary 26, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Free 3-hour street parking on Commonwealth, a block from King St.
Erik BlairMarch 25, 2013
This station is exposed to the col in winter, and can get crowded before work and after.
Maggie MacGJuly 6, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Hop off here and take the trolley to Old Town and the waterfront.
jeyoDecember 14, 2015
Quick, conveniently located, and kept clean.
Mikaela LozanoJanuary 18, 2015
Staff is not nice. But that heppened in every station we visited. Just dress yourself with patience when using the subway services.
Dave LepkowskiSeptember 27, 2018
The views are very good By The Way
Mike PetrucciOctober 23, 2009
Been here 10+ times
In the Kiss & Ride lot are Zipcars and the King Street Trolley (free). Also, the regular buses allow for easy transportation.
Lee AllenOctober 25, 2010
If board Only contains a # it is usually the blue line. It's because that train originates at King Street station.
Damien SmithApril 16, 2012
If you're taking Amtrak to union station you can get off here to get to crystal city faster
Derek JonesJanuary 4, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Now known as King Street-Old Town Station.
VictoriaJanuary 12, 2012
Lee A.'s tip is incorrect. The Blue Line originates in Springfield/Franconia.
Linda MiklowitzApril 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Blue and Yellow lines run parallel. This is a transfer point.
Gavin GumboSeptember 29, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Nice view of the Masonic Mount Doom.
Mark HawkinsMay 31, 2011
Been here 25+ times
There are a lot of bums that hang around. Be careful not to make eye contact or they'll start asking you for things.
Jane BrowneJanuary 6, 2013
Catch the free trolley bus which runs back an forth all day
Greg RousonJanuary 18, 2010
Been here 5+ times
The platform gets VERY slick on rainy and snowy days. Be careful!
Brian BenderJuly 2, 2011
Take in the View. This is probably the prettiest outdoor metro stops
Antoinette WinetteFebruary 11, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Remember to stand right, walk left. Please and thank you!
Angel DiazJanuary 3, 2012
Been here 10+ times
King St trolley is free of charge and leaves every 20min or so.
Yenegeta MengistuSeptember 28, 2010
If you need to go bad, just ask the station manager nicely for the bathroom keys.
matt smylieMarch 18, 2010
King St. Trolley leaves 10, 30, and 50 minutes every hour. Great way through Old Town.
Malik WilliamsOctober 19, 2010
Been here 100+ times
Check out the Old Town Transit Shop right across the street.
Kevino ZariJuly 4, 2011
Free trolley to old town Alexandra from here leaves every 20 mins
Angel DiazDecember 30, 2011
Been here 10+ times
All hail the new King!
Lem HarrisNovember 29, 2010
Been here 5+ times
last transfer point to the blue/yellow line in the direction of franconia/Huntington
Chris BendsenApril 4, 2012
Good morning!
Lem HarrisNovember 29, 2010
Been here 5+ times
last transfer point to the blue line in the direction of franconia
Skye MarthalerMarch 28, 2011
Been here 100+ times
The REX bus for Fort Belvoir starts here.
Sam (@HandstandSam)January 25, 2011
Transfer to the Amtrak next door.
Steve GOctober 5, 2010
Been here 5+ times
pick up a friend and make her buy you dinner!
Chris BendsenMarch 15, 2012
Waiting for the yellow line
Thomas CrenshawApril 19, 2011
doors open on the left.
karen straussJuly 17, 2010
Maintainence. 30 minutes between trains.
Ashley danchukAugust 30, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Wmata blows.

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