Step By Step Guide: Riding the Washington Metro system

Some seasoned Metro riders offer the following tips: Don't use $20 bills to buy farecards because the change will come back in quarters. When on a Metro escalator, which is one option, along with elevators, to get down to the underground stations, stand to the right to let commuters and people in a hurry get past you. Washingtonians always seem to be in a hurry and get frustrated if people block quick access to the station.