Free Metro Ride on New Year's: Hours and More Info

Metro will be offering free rides on all trains and busses to get you hope after your New Year’s events. Miller Lite will fully fund the fares of all Metro riders.

Here’s what you need to know:

• The freebie is from midnight until the system closes at 3 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 1.
• On the rail system, customers must use their SmarTrip card or a paper farecard to enter and exit the system but will not be charged for the trip.
• On Metrobus, riders can simply show their SmarTrip card to board the bus at no charge.
• For specific route and schedule information, visit wmata.com/bus/timetables.

Metro encourages those choosing Metro this New Year’s Eve to “ride responsibly” and be aware of potential hazards and to use particular care on escalators and train platforms.

• When riding escalators, riders are encouraged to always hold on to the handrails.
• On train platforms, always stand a safe distance from the platform edge.
• Any rider who is unable to stand or maintain balance should consider alternate means of transportation.
• Additional Metro Transit Police officers will be on duty on New Year’s Eve to help ensure the safest trip possible for all riders.