Arlington Cemetery is located on the Blue Line (Blue Line), one of Washington DC's operational metro corridors. It sits between Pentagon and Rosslyn, making it a convenient stop for the surrounding area.

The station layout follows the standard Washington DC Metro design – entry gates at street level, ticket counters and machines in the concourse, and platforms accessible via escalators, stairs, or lifts.

The area around Arlington Cemetery station offers good connectivity to local landmarks. Arlington National Cemetery is about a 2-minute walk from the exit.