C81 Stop Shifts East for Construction Work

Westbound C81 bus stop relocated one block east on Kennedy St NW until May 2026

C81 Bus Stop Moves on Kennedy St NW Through May 2026

Riders catching the westbound C81 bus at Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue NW will need to walk one block east starting immediately. WMATA relocated the stop to Kennedy St NW at Illinois Avenue due to construction, transit officials said. The temporary change affects stop #1002610 and remains in effect through May 7, 2026.

Construction Forces Year-Long Stop Relocation

The stop relocation is necessary to accommodate ongoing construction work near the Kennedy Street and Georgia Avenue intersection, according to WMATA. Transit agencies typically relocate stops when construction projects affect sidewalks, curbs, or bus zones at regular stop locations. The change affects only the westbound direction of the C81 route, while eastbound service continues to use regular stops. Officials said they're working to minimize inconvenience during the 13-month construction period.

Riders Must Board One Block East

Passengers who normally board at the Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave stop will need to walk approximately one block east to Kennedy St NW at Illinois Avenue. The temporary stop provides the same westbound C81 service but requires riders to adjust their boarding location. WMATA didn't specify whether the temporary stop includes shelter or seating amenities. Officials encourage passengers to allow extra time for the new stop location and plan trips accordingly.

Change Takes Effect Immediately

The stop relocation became effective immediately upon WMATA's announcement and will remain in place through Thursday, May 7, 2026. Officials didn't provide details about what construction project necessitated the change or whether the stop will return to its original location after that date. The agency said it'll provide updates as the construction period progresses.

What Riders Need to Know

C81 riders should add a few extra minutes to their commute to account for the relocated boarding location one block east of the usual stop. Officials said passengers can stay informed about service changes through WMATA's alert system. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service updates for WMATA routes, helping riders track C81 buses and navigate temporary stop changes throughout the system.