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	. Overview: The Washington area offers the Metro.  Local opinion is mixed on its value.  Many say that the DC area is too spread out to be considered accessible by way of public transportation.  Others say that since "traffic is horrific... the Metro is the way to go" and "most things you need (food, stores, bars, etc) are right on the lines" -- or bus system.   .
		Subway: The subway in DC is called the Metro.  Although the system is helpful, many people need one or two change-overs to get anywhere.   Many local residents have a few pet peeves with the system: (1)  You have to pay by distance.  It's not a one-fare system.  (2)  Your card is deducted when you leave a station.  Therefore, if your trip costs more than you expected (ex. peak vs. off-peak), you have to take time to refill your card.  (3)  There is no unlimited service card.  -- Subway map:  here.  -- Subway fares:  here.  Bus: If the subway is the Metro, then the bus is called the, um..., MetroBus.  The bus will help fill in some of the gaps from the Metro.    -- Bus timetables:  here.  -- Bus fares:  here.  .
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