Metro

Woodland Park Station is conveniently located less than a mile from the Herndon Metro Station on the Silver Line. Take a quick 10-minute walk on a safe walking path across the street from Woodland Park Station or hop on the Fairfax Connector Bus. Routes 553, 924, and 954 stop at the Fairfax Connector stop outside The Ian on Monroe Street.
The Silver Line will connect you directly to:
- Reston
- Tysons
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
- Rosslyn
- Arlington
- Washington, DC
Transfers to other Metro lines can be made at East Falls Church Metro Station, Rosslyn Metro Station, Metro Center Station and L’Enfant Plaza Metro Station.
With Metro, you can easily connect with areas around the region to commute to work, travel into DC for a day or visit friends without getting stuck in traffic. Check out WMATA’s website for fares, schedules and more information: WMATA.com

SmarTrip® 101
SmarTrip® cards are accepted across all local and regional transit systems in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. They can be used to pay your transit fare and parking at a Metro Station.
What is a SmarTrip Card?
A SmarTrip card is a reloadable farecard used to pay Metrorail, Metrobus, and regional bus systems in Virginia, Maryland, and DC.
Why buy a SmarTrip Card?
In addition to paying for transit rides, you will need a SmarTrip card to park at any Metro station. SmarTrip users also receive free bus-to-bus and bus-to-rail transfers. Fairfax Connector buses only accept SmarTrip or cash for fares.
How much is a SmarTrip Card?
A SmarTrip card costs $10 which covers the $2 fee for the card and comes pre-loaded with $8 fare towards your first ride.
Where to buy a SmarTrip Card?
In Person: Purchase a SmarTrip card at any Metrorail station using one of the SmarTrip kiosks.
On Your Phone: Download the SmarTrip App or add SmarTrip to your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet and follow the prompts to purchase a new digital card.
Online: Purchase SmarTrip cards online and WMATA will mail it to you.
At a Store: Select CVS/pharmacy and Giant Food stores in the region that display the SmarTrip® sign. The Connector Store at Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station, 11389 Reston Station Blvd, Reston, VA 20190, is another option and is open Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM.
Where can you use a SmarTrip Card?
Your new SmarTrip card gives you access to these transportation options:
- Metrorail
- Metrobus
- Fairfax Connector
- CUE (Fairfax City)
- Arlington Transit (ART)
- DASH (Alexandria)
- OmniRide bus (Prince William County)
- Loudon County Transit
- Ride On (Maryland)
- TheBus (Prince George’s County)
- Maryland Transit Administration (MTA)
What is the Tap. Ride. Go. program?
Tap. Ride. Go. was launched across WMATA’s transit system in 2025 to expand the range of payment options accepted for riders to utilize when paying their fare. Beyond SmarTrip cards, riders on Metrorail and Metrobus can use physical or digital credit and debit cards.
This new payment system is unique to WMATA. Fairfax Connector only accepts SmarTrip cards or exact change in cash.
Can I pay with my digital wallet?
Yes, tap-to-pay is available on Metrorail, Metrobus, and select Metro parking locations.
Tap-to-pay is not available for Fairfax Connector buses, which serve Woodland Park Station.

