Arlington Bus Stop Closes for Construction Work

Four WMATA bus routes to skip North Fairfax Drive stop from April 20 to May 18

WMATA Closes Arlington Bus Stop for Construction

Four WMATA bus routes in Arlington will skip a stop on North Fairfax Drive for nearly a month due to construction work. The bus stop at North Fairfax Drive at North Utah Street closes Monday, April 20, 2026, and won't reopen until Monday, May 18, 2026, transit officials said. Routes A58, A70, A76, and F50 will bypass the location during the closure period.

Construction Forces Temporary Route Changes

The closure affects stop ID 6000530, a location that serves multiple routes connecting Arlington neighborhoods to regional destinations. WMATA typically closes bus stops temporarily when construction projects require work near transit infrastructure or when safety concerns make it impractical to maintain service at a location. The agency said construction activities necessitated the closure but didn't specify what type of construction work is planned for the area. Transit officials said the four-week closure period allows contractors to complete necessary work while minimizing disruption to regular service patterns.

Riders Redirected to Ballston Station

Passengers who normally use the North Fairfax Drive stop should instead board and exit buses at Ballston Station Bus Bay K, designated as stop ID 6000531, according to WMATA. The alternative stop will serve all four affected routes throughout the construction period. Transit officials said the Ballston Station location provides covered waiting areas and connections to Metrorail's Orange and Silver lines. The agency didn't provide details about the walking distance between the closed stop and the temporary boarding location, though both are in Arlington's Ballston neighborhood.

Month-Long Closure Runs Through Mid-May

The stop closure takes effect April 20 and continues through May 18, giving contractors four weeks to complete construction activities. WMATA said normal service will resume at the North Fairfax Drive location after the closure period ends. The agency didn't say whether the May 18 reopening date could change if construction work runs longer than expected or if weather delays the project.

Riders Can Track Alternative Routes

The temporary closure affects daily commuters and residents who rely on the four routes for connections throughout Arlington and the broader Washington region. WMATA said passengers should allow extra time for trips during the closure period to account for the change in boarding locations. Riders can use Moovit to track real-time bus arrivals at Ballston Station Bus Bay K and plan trips using the temporary stop configuration.