The DC Circulator is a mode of public transportation that travels throughout Washington, DC and into Arlington, Virginia.  It is a clean, comfortable bus system that services each stop every 10 minutes, no schedule needed.  It is easy to understand – six routes connect you to DC’s main attractions and popular neighborhoods for both visitors and residents. And it’s the ONLY public transit option that travels along the National Mall.

Mon-Fri: 7 am – 8 pm
Sat-Sun:  9 am – 8 pm

FARES
Regular – $1.00
Senior/Disabled – 50¢- Discounted fares for passengers of the age of 65 and older. We recommend utilizing the Senior SmarTrip available in both plastic and digital versions or a government issue ID to confirm your age if asked.
DC Students (with Kids Ride Free SmarTrip® Card) – free to school and school-related activities
Children Under 5 – free (with paying adult rider)

Please click on the website for schedules, maps, and routes

DC Circulator

Single Trip:  $1/unlock / $0.05/min for a classic bike ride and $0.15/min for an ebike.
24-Hour Pass:  $8/day

Download the app or use LYFT

UNLOCK
Pick up a bike at one of hundreds of stations around the metro DC area. See bike availability on the System Map or mobile app.

RIDE
Take as many short rides as you want while your pass is active. Memberships include unlimited classic bike trips under 45 minutes.

RETURN
End a ride by returning your bike to any station. Push your bike firmly into an empty dock and wait for the green light to make sure it's locked.

5,000 Bikes. 600+ Stations.

Capital Bikeshare

Monday-Sunday: 9:00am-7:00pm

Rent A Bike!
Washington, DC, is the epicenter of America’s history, home to iconic monuments and memorials that outline the development of the United States. Which makes getting around to see the Smithsonian, the World War II Memorial, and other famous attractions that much more important. When you choose a bike, you open up new possibilities

Unlimited Biking

Circuit offers electric shuttles that make mobility easier, smarter, more affordable, and fun. Circuit’s ultimate goal is to reduce congestion and its harmful effects on the environment and our quality of life. This is done by getting people out of their cars for short trips and by making connections to existing mass transit hubs.

Click on website to download the app

Monday - Thursday, 7 AM - 7 PM
Friday, 7 AM - 10 PM
Saturday, 10 AM - 10 PM
Sunday, 10 AM - 5 PM

WHERE WILL CIRCUIT RIDESHARE TAKE ME?
Around Southwest, to Buzzard Point, and a few blocks across South Capitol Street. Check out the map for more info.

Circuit Rideshare

We're proud to offer the most complete rental experience in the DC metro area. Select one of our 4 convenient locations below to place a rental reservation, up to 30 days in advance. Choose from hybrids, mountain bikes, road bikes and e-bikes. Helmets and locks are of course included at no extra charge.

We offer 3 rental tiers, ranging in price from $35 to $100 per day, so whether you want to take it easy with a basic hybrid or compete in a century ride with a carbon road bike, we've got you covered. And keep your bike for as long you'd like -- for $15 extra you can return your bike the next day and we offer significant discounts for long-term rentals, which are automatically calculated when you make your reservation.

Big Wheel Bike Rental - Georgetown

Closet Metro Federal Center SW

Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall
333 E St SW, Washington, DC 20024

Head east on E St SW/Hidden Figures Way toward 3rd St SW
Turn left onto 3rd St SW
Federal Center SW
401 3rd St SW, Washington, DC 20024

Use the website link for "trip planner", schedules, maps and fares

COST TO RIDE
Fares for Metro vary based on the service, ride length, day, and time you ride.
SmarTrip® and fares can be purchased at the following:
Mobile: SmarTrip app + SmarTrip in Apple Wallet and Google Pay 
Online: Purchase new cards in the SmarTrip store or add fare to your registered card by logging in to your account
Rail Stations: Fare Vending Machines located in Metrorail stations
Retail Outlets: Commuter stores and retail outlets




How To Get Around

How To Get Around

DC Circulator

Capital Bikeshare

Unlimited Biking

Circuit Rideshare

Big Wheel Bike Rental - Georgetown

Metro - 3 Minute Walk