Arlington Bus Stop Shifts for Construction Work

Arlington bus stop closes April 20-May 18 for construction, four routes move to Ballston Station

WMATA Closes Arlington Bus Stop for Construction

Riders using four WMATA bus routes in Arlington will need to board at a different location starting April 20. The bus stop at North Fairfax Drive at North Utah Street will be temporarily closed through May 18 due to construction, transit officials said. Routes A58, A70, A76, and F50 will be affected by the closure.

Construction Prompts Month-Long Closure

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the closure affects stop ID #6000530, a location that serves multiple routes connecting Arlington neighborhoods. Construction activities require the temporary closure, though officials didn't specify what type of construction work is planned. Transit agencies typically close bus stops for utility work, roadway improvements, or building projects that affect sidewalk access. The month-long closure period suggests substantial work that'll impact the immediate area around the stop location.

Alternative Stop Designated for Four Routes

Passengers who normally use the North Fairfax Drive stop should instead board and exit at Ballston Station Bus Bay K, designated as stop ID #6000531. The alternative location will serve as the temporary boarding point for all four affected routes throughout the construction period. Officials said the Ballston Station bus bay provides access to the same routes, though riders may need to walk a different distance to reach their final destinations. The transit authority didn't provide specific details about the walking distance between the closed stop and the alternative location.

Closure Begins April 20, Ends May 18

The bus stop closure takes effect Monday, April 20, 2026, and will continue through Monday, May 18, 2026. Transit officials said passengers should plan trips accordingly and allow extra time to reach the alternative bus stop location. The agency encourages riders to adjust their routines before the closure begins to avoid confusion on the first day of the change.

Riders Should Plan for Temporary Change

The month-long closure will require regular users of the North Fairfax Drive stop to adjust their boarding locations temporarily. Passengers unfamiliar with Ballston Station's bus bay layout should consider scouting the alternative location before April 20 to minimize delays. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and alternative route suggestions for WMATA services, helping riders navigate temporary stop changes and find the quickest connections during construction periods.