DC Metro-Filter: Last night I witnessed a strange stop in the metro system: a car with blackened windows pulled up to the edge of the platform, a guard with a shotgun got out, and some more guys wheeled a cart into the train while another one was removed. What was it? [more inside]
posted by anotherpanacea on Sep 1, 2009 - 2 answers

While in Paris, I stumbled upon a group playing quite an impressive strings arrangement, in a Metro station. What song is this?
posted by disillusioned on Aug 5, 2009 - 4 answers

My Kindle ebook reader crashes and requires resetting during my commute home. Any ideas why? [more inside]
posted by Harvey Jerkwater on Jun 29, 2009 - 1 answer

What activities do you recommend near less-frequented DC metro stops? [more inside]
posted by Amy Phillips on Jun 4, 2009 - 27 answers

What would be the best way to live in DC yet work in Germantown, MD? [more inside]
posted by Loto on Apr 28, 2009 - 8 answers

Do commuters ever swap ipods on the subway? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue on Apr 22, 2009 - 52 answers

ParisFilter: what is the best way to get from the Gare d'Austerlitz to Orly Sud? [more inside]
posted by fantine on Feb 24, 2009 - 7 answers

In Minneapolis, MN, I put my money in the fare slot for the bus, and two transfer tickets came out. Will they both work? [more inside]
posted by gauchodaspampas on Dec 30, 2008 - 6 answers

Where can I park my car near a DC metro stop for the next few days? [more inside]
posted by medpt on Oct 10, 2008 - 9 answers

Anybody have tips for how a recently graduated college student who is used to rolling out of bed and stumbling to class can cope with a many-hours-long commute? [more inside]
posted by oostevo on Oct 1, 2008 - 33 answers

Where should I live in Arlington, VA? I want to live on the orange line metro. I'm 23 and single and I want to be as close to the action as possible. [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Sep 19, 2008 - 27 answers

Help! I need a hand finding an apartment in DC for 3 people all about to commute in different directions. [more inside]
posted by decrescendo on Sep 3, 2008 - 17 answers

Extremely long shot horror movie question involving cats and the French subway system. [more inside]
posted by Morrigan on Aug 18, 2008 - 6 answers

How are the distances between stations on the DC Metro website calculated? They do not appear to be tunnel, walking/driving, or even straight-line (great circle) distances. [more inside]
posted by thrako on Jul 6, 2008 - 3 answers

In Paris for four days. Riding the Metro in the center city, not out to the burbs, probably four boardings per day max. What kind of ticket? Per-ride? Daily? Weekly? Some other special ticket I don't know about?
posted by soulbarn on May 20, 2008 - 12 answers

Ok, on top of the starter issues, my car has begun to idle very strangely... [more inside]
posted by vernondalhart on Mar 2, 2008 - 9 answers

Help advise me on my work commute to Georgetown U from McLean,Va (I'm not close to metro). [more inside]
posted by wowbobwow on Feb 14, 2008 - 16 answers

Our 1995 Geo Metro seems to be having electrical problems [more inside]
posted by vernondalhart on Jan 5, 2008 - 8 answers

Any secret search engines or sites for finding rental houses in the DC metro region? [more inside]
posted by notcomputersavvy06 on May 17, 2007 - 7 answers

Los Angeles Filter: How does parking work for LA metro stations? [more inside]
posted by JPowers on Apr 18, 2007 - 3 answers

Hi, this is my first question... here goes: I live in Montreal (but am not a native of the city), I'm looking for a gym that has 3 month or "pay-as-you-go" memberships (as I may be moving July 1st). I don't drive, so it pretty much needs to be near a métro station; on that note I work & live on the Orange line (work=Cremazie / home=Cote-Vertu). I'm kind of lazy, but I do enjoy going to a gym... i.e. if it's not too much out of my way, I'll go regularly. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
posted by Laura in Canada on Jan 25, 2007 - 8 answers

What is this thing? [more inside]
posted by damn dirty ape on Jan 4, 2007 - 12 answers

Popping down to NYC to visit the missus, probably taking the Metro North line into Grand Central from somewhere in Connecticut. I usually park and ride from New Haven, but would love to find a slightly smaller and more humane station further down the line. Suggestions?
posted by clango on Jan 4, 2007 - 15 answers

DC dentist recommendation? [more inside]
posted by dcjd on Jan 2, 2007 - 7 answers

Is there a geographically accurate map of the DC metro system? Like this London tube map?
posted by phrontist on Dec 28, 2006 - 11 answers

Looking for suggestions on how to organize and promote an exchange of unused subway fare cards for travelers from Ann Arbor to DC, NYC, SF. Leaning towards a design that minimizes writing code. I'm heading out to DC Sunday and had to dig around to find the remnants of the last fare - that should have been easy and an opportunity to socialize with the last person who came back with a partly full Metrocard.
posted by edwardvielmetti on Dec 9, 2006 - 4 answers

I'm seeking opinions... What is the best place to live if you're commuting to the Union Station area of Washington, DC? I'm open to anything, but, I need to buy a relatively affordable house. Also, my Mom lives in Frederick, my Dad lives in Baltimore, and my brother-in-law lives on Capitol Hill. It would be nice to be somewhat central to all of them. For a bonus point: Are there any towns that are simply so great (have a great downtown/restaurants, etc...) they are worth consideration regardless of these other factors?
posted by Shanachie on Nov 8, 2006 - 25 answers

Martial Arts Filter: To make this short and easy, do any of the MeFites in their collective wisdom have any good suggestions on where a 27 year old with no martial arts experience should look to begin learning such in the D.C. area? I not quite that interested in jujitsu, but all other forms I'm wide open to. Any advice you all might have, I certainly appreciate. [more inside]
posted by Atreides on Oct 29, 2006 - 15 answers

Best way to get from BWI to a hotel in Arlington that is on the orange line? [more inside]
posted by wearyaswater on Sep 14, 2006 - 8 answers

If you were interviewing passengers on a city bus, what would you ask? [more inside]
posted by airguitar on Mar 30, 2006 - 31 answers

On the Budapest Metro there are signs hanging from the ceiling that show train times - they have analogue clocks at one end and, at the other end, a digital display counting upwards, apparently in minutes. They're not minutes past the hour and they're not minutes since the last train arrived, so what the devil are they for?
posted by jack_mo on Apr 20, 2005 - 6 answers

I live in Northern NJ and like to stay out late in NYC. My problem is the train's latest return trip to NJ is at 137am. How can I get home later? Is there a PATH station that has ample parking at night? I'm new to the area and would appreciate the help. Thanks!
posted by seinfeld on Jan 8, 2005 - 23 answers

New to DC: Is it safe/smart to park by the Crystal City Metro? [MI] [more inside]
posted by XQUZYPHYR on Dec 10, 2004 - 14 answers

Since I can't get through at Cartalk, here I am: '94 Geo Metro (no power steering), manual trans. When making a turn, an unbearable grinding noise ovetakes my senses and absconds with my driving pleasure. It continues for a few seconds after the turn. Thanks in advance, and be brutally honest if you think it's a pricey fix.
posted by moonbird on Jun 9, 2004 - 11 answers