Baltimore LocalLink 65 Adapts Route to Keep Riders Moving
LocalLink 65 bus route detours between Downtown Baltimore and Dundalk as of November 8
LocalLink 65 Detours Between Downtown, Dundalk
Baltimore's LocalLink 65 bus route is running on a detour between Downtown and Dundalk, affecting regular stops along the corridor. The Maryland Transit Administration classified the service disruption as high severity when it announced the change November 8, transit officials said. Specific streets affected by the detour weren't detailed in the alert.
Service Alert Details
The detour affects one of 50 LocalLink routes that serve the Baltimore region, according to MTA Maryland. LocalLink routes were created in 2017 when the agency launched BaltimoreLink, a complete redesign of the region's bus network. Transit agencies use severity classifications to help passengers prioritize service alerts, with high-severity designations indicating significant impact on regular service. Officials haven't specified what's causing the detour or how long it'll last.
Route Impact and Scope
The LocalLink 65 normally operates between Downtown Baltimore and Dundalk, serving a key corridor in the eastern part of the region. Officials haven't said which specific stops are affected by the detour or how much additional travel time passengers should expect. The number of riders affected by the service change wasn't disclosed. Holly Arnold, Administrator of the Maryland Transit Administration, oversees the agency's operations, though she hasn't issued a statement about this specific detour.
Timeline and Duration
The detour was active as of the November 8 announcement, but officials haven't provided an expected end date or timeline for when regular service will resume. The MTA typically updates service alerts as conditions change, though the agency hasn't said when passengers can expect additional information about this detour. Transit officials didn't specify whether the disruption is related to construction, road work, or other factors.
Passenger Information
Riders on the LocalLink 65 should plan for potential delays and check for updates before traveling. Officials advised passengers to allow extra time for their commutes during the disruption period. Moovit provides real-time updates for MTA Maryland routes, including service alerts and detour information for LocalLink 65 and other Baltimore-area bus lines.
