Getting There
Nationals Park, Washington, DC
Data updated: 2025 MLB Season
Driving
Directions
From Virginia (I-395): Cross the 14th Street Bridge, take the South Capitol Street exit, follow south to N Street SE. From Maryland (I-295): Follow I-295 to South Capitol Street, then N Street SE.
Details
From downtown DC: South Capitol Street south to N Street SE. Parking garages on N Street SE and Potomac Avenue.
Public Transit
Directions
WMATA Metro Green Line to Navy Yard-Ballpark station, steps from Nationals Park. $2-6 fare.
Details
Also accessible from Capitol South (Orange/Blue/Silver) with a 15-min walk. DC Circulator bus also serves the area.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber/Lyft drop-off on N Street SE or Half Street SE.
Details
15-25 minutes from Georgetown, Dupont Circle, or Adams Morgan depending on traffic.
Travel
Overview
Nationals Park is in the Navy Yard neighborhood of southeast DC on the Anacostia River. The Metro Green Line is the best option, Navy Yard–Ballpark station is a 5-minute walk from the main gate. From downtown DC, it's 2-3 Metro stops. Driving from Virginia or Maryland suburbs means dealing with DC traffic. The Wharf waterfront district is about a mile west along the river.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“Metro Green Line is the move, Navy Yard–Ballpark station is 5 minutes from the gates.”
“From Virginia suburbs, take the Yellow Line to L'Enfant Plaza, transfer to the Green Line, one stop to the park.”
“Driving in DC on game nights is painful. South Capitol Street backs up starting 60 minutes before first pitch.”
“Water taxi from The Wharf is a fun alternative. Check Potomac Riverboat Company for game-day schedules.”
“Reagan National Airport (DCA) is only 4 miles away. Take the Yellow/Green Line transfer for easy access.”
“Post-game Metro platform gets crowded. Walk one stop to Waterfront or take the Circulator bus.”